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[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
you are a freaking genius

i got email now!!!! Full emails that i can read and not just headlines! This is great!!!

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the emails from my yahoo acct are coming in fine now. just one question. the watch doesnt vibrate when new emails come in. is this supposed to be because its not a standard app that came with watch? if not, how do i get it to vibrate when mail comes in? everything else vibrates. just not mail and it doesnt show up on screen. you have to check the email app to see if you have new email.
[Other SmartWatches] kernelsegment:
Try to set vibration notification in email app settings.

I am not sure that it works, even not sure that you can get access to that settings menu, I removed email for a now (have something to do).

But try, please.
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
The notification default is:

ringer @ 76%

vibrate @ off

You can confirm by plugging in a pair of headphones, and listen for the audio email alert when a msg arrives.

The only way you can get the watch to vibrate (without specific, changeable app settings)is to trick the app into thinking the watch is a muted phone.

Go to the music app(only place you'll find volume controls)>turn the volume all the way to off (this should enable vibration via silent mode). If this doesn't work, I did find that Battery Doctor has quick access to volume and vibrate on the home screen.

Personally, I found that the absolute best app for email, so far, is Aqua. This app is almost completely customizable...you can set one acct's notifications to vibrate 3 times in quick succession and another acct to two long bursts. Aqua will allow 2 email Accts (free version) or unlimited (paid). I can send you a link, if you want to try.
[Other SmartWatches] mjkall:
As I said before the genuine Battery Circle app is a bit laggy and manytimes stopped at all , I deleted it totally. It also spent a lot battery. Battery Monitor Widget is now showing quite accurately battery level % and the mA.

This is a screenshot showing the PlayMemories screen, very handy with Sony Wifi cameras.
[Other SmartWatches] bfikkert:
Hello All

Hi All,

This my first post in this forum and after reading all pages i have to say thx to all people for all the tips, hinds, links and apps .

After playing with android on phones sinds the beginning. (G1 / HTC desire / Galaxy Note)

Testing / rooting and running dozens of different roms I now have a new toy the Z watch.:)

I have it about 2 weeks and have to say that this small gadget keeps amaze me more and more. (running now FW v2.5)

After testing this watch in combination with several Rom. (Muiu / KitKat / AOSP / etc..)

I have seen that the notifications are different on every ROM. I think that the Bluetooth stack is implemented different on several roms.

For example,

I’m running now Miui (baseband XXLT3 and TW3.1 as base) and I can read every WhatsApp massage in total on the watch.

When Running Omni 4.4 KitKat i only see a WhatsApp notification Icon and no text.

Some apps i have tested that has not been on the list in this forum is:

1. IP Webcam (Put this on a old Phone)

2. tinyCam pro (Put this on your watch)

My old phone is now acting as a security webcam at home.

I can see on the Zwatch with tinyCam my home. (enable wifi and forward IP Webcam port on router) It's working really well.:good:

(It's also working when you tether WiFi from the phone to the watch.)

I if also tried some equalizers so that I can improve the sound a bit while running. And they simply work.

I now using Music Equalizer v1.1.0 (Has some screen glitches but i can select the pre-sets well.)

As soon as i have more apps or other thinks I'l share it on this forum.

Thx.:laugh:
[Other SmartWatches] bfikkert:
Also Ftp server by Andrea. It's free in play store. Works like a charm. Very handy if you want to move files from your phone to the watch the easy way.
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
I use aqua mail on my phone but i still havent figured a way to get it to vibrate the watch when new mail comes in. if any othe ideas, i'd love to hear them.
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Goto main settings(three dots, lower right corner)>message notification>>enable notification> turn off led and sound notifs> put tick on vibration alert> option will appear for customizing the vibration pattern> keep scrolling down and make sure that only " only alert when new" is checked, uncheck the rest

Now, Go back to main settings page and turn off all send and error notifications.
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
youre talking do this on aquamail right? i willl try it tomorrow and let you know. thanks!
[Other SmartWatches] newton123:
Back Button

I have noticed with the latest upgrade that if you push the back button (bottom right) you are reminded in no uncertain terms that the 2 finger swipe will also achieve the "back" function, before being taken back to your desired page.

Not wishing to sound like a conspiracy theorist, does this suggest to anyone else that a future upgrade might reallocate the current back button to a new function???? Anyone else think so?

Maybe a speed dial, send preallocated sms, I don't know, it just seems weird that they have gone to so much effort to keep reminding us so we se stop using that button?????

Thoughts

J
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Looks like SmartQ just released a low-end smart watch based on the Z1. They call it the Youth version. From what I gather, it lacks the Wi-Fi and some of the stock apps ...but is basically the exact watch stripped of the bells and whistles. There's not much on their website, but if you go to the support section...you will now see two Z watches. (Maybe they'll release the 4.4 update today too) ;)

Update/correction: The Z-watch Youth version DOES have all the apps that it's big bro has...but the RAM is cut to 256mb, no Wi-Fi, and the storage is reduced from 4Gb to 512 mb.

MSRP: $79.99
[Other SmartWatches] bfikkert:
It's the Z1-light.

http://buy.smartqme.com/smartq-z-watch.html

For compaired specs.
[Other SmartWatches] pox67:
Yes, I had the same thought as well. I find that reminder amazingly annoying and searched all over the watch for a way to turn it off...

The problem is that hitting the back button is the most efficient way of going back.

Seems like a large loss of specs for only $20 savings.
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
tried it. didnt do anything. still no vibration on receiving mail
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Not sure what could be wrong. I'll go thru some important settings. The following list are the options that must be enabled or checked. ANYTHING else in these two sections needs to be disabled or unchecked. Open main settings:

Mail, rcvg:

1. sync even when auto sync is off

2. Check mail in background on schedule

3. Use Wi-Fi only

4. Run scheduled checks even when app is open.

5. WiFi in sleep mode

6. Imap push

7. Use Wi-Fi only for push

Msg Notification:

1. Enable message notifications

2. Use Vibration

3. Turn screen on when notifying

4. Notify only when New

5 post notifications even when app is open (not required, but recommened)

Make sure error and send notifications as disabled.

Where is your volume set at in the music player?

Lmk
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
ok i set all those. the music player is a problem. i cant set the volume cause i dont have any music in the phone. there doesnt seem to be a way on the watch to set the volume. unless you have music in there?

i'll see what happens tomorrow. thanks
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
The music volume is active and functional regardless of whether or not you have music stored. This utility is built-in as a side bar. Go to the music app>when at the home screen, you'll see a tiny " > "symbol on the left edge, middle of screen . Swype this to the right.
[Other SmartWatches] clarkcool:
thanks for your clear explanations but i ve install market nd when i open it it tell me you must add an account i clik ok and the app shut down any ideas? thanks and do you have omate watchfaces apk direct link please?
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Update: I am not much of a music man, so I forgot to tell you about the stock music widget....this will control your volume too...and should give you faster access to those settings.
[Other SmartWatches] arpitruia:
4.4 is out in india

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Tried downloading and updating but no luck it takes to recovery and when you try to update via zip... Error due.to signature is displayed
[Other SmartWatches] SumCanadianGuy:
4.4 is here in Canada, downloading now! I noticed a few English words in the description. Android 4.4 and IOS7

EDIT: After the update all side loaded apps are removed.
[Other SmartWatches] pepetone:
where to download version 4.4? thank you!
[Other SmartWatches] wiam:
version 3.0 available on smartdevices chinese site

BT with Iphone IOS7 works with Internet access (tethering)
[Other SmartWatches] pepetone:
you can write the link, can not find it! thanks
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
Sync app is now 1.4.9

Watch app 3.0

After updating via ota, factory reset watch.

And on phone uninstall sync app, restart phone. Reinstall sync app 1.4.9. And now bond the watch with phone.
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
Their server is very slow. I have downloaded 10% in 3 hours
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
If did take awhile to get. For everyone's convenience, I am putting the v3.0 update and v1.4.9 utility on my FTP. Have at it!
[Other SmartWatches] gasland:
Hello guys

Just received mine today and updated to 3.

I have a question

The watch is very nice, beautiful etc but it seems I have a problem.

Not all notifications are coming.

Eg A call never made it to the phone. Call log is empty but the contacts are ok.

I don't seem to receive all of them and I am a little bit unhappy.

Any ideas?

(Note 2 / 4.3)
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
call log does not work on note 2. Its a known issue. It has not been rectified in version 3.0 also. You have to activate accessibility on the phone to get all notifications. You don't don't get notifications on the watch if your phone screen is active.

I noticed no changes in the new version. Its all the same as 2.5. If someone got the change log please post. Only change seems to be ios7 compatibility.
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
According to the changelog, you have found the major changes...update to 4.4 and iOS compatibility. That's it...

The build.prop does reference Kitkat 4.4...KRT16M build...so it's not the latest 4.4.2...but KK nonetheless.
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
Ios compatibility is still beta. Works only on jailbroken ios7 with bluetooth 4 capability.

If any of you have difficulty in bonding the watch with phone. ... pair the watch with phone through the watch bluetooth settings and then open the sync app on phone search watch and bond.

Noticed bluetooth tethering for Internet connection works. Atleast both mywatch and phone show that they are tethered. But the chinese search app still asks for a wifi connection, shows a sad smiley saying no internet (probably) :p

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My phone shows one device is connected via bluetooth tethering for data use and watch also shows its connected phone for internet use but even wechat cannot connect to internet. Only whether gets updated, but it does get updated through the sync app. Why is tethering not working?
[Other SmartWatches] dannycamps:
Minor issue found in China-version 3.0 FW - some of the digital watchfaces seem to include some Chinese lettering after the time. Doesn't change after setting the language of the watch to english.

Other than that - seems okay so far. Had to reload all of my apps but data stayed intact on the watch. Also noticed that in the 'real' android settings (i.e. seen the first time you try to sideload an app), the device is referred to as a tablet whereas previously it said 'watch',

-DJ
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
This should go away if you give the each a restart.
[Other SmartWatches] ofsinreno:
Anyone else noticed a significantly higher battery drain on the watch since the upgrade? Normally I get two days easily, but I'm down to 66% in 5 1/2 hours of normal use. Wifi is off, and I'm only using the watch for notifications.
[Other SmartWatches] dannycamps:
Yep that did the trick.

Thanks.
[Other SmartWatches] ofsinreno:
So my battery was draining way too fast and I disabled We Chat and that Chinese search app and restarted my watch. That solved it.
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
Noobs like me Follow these steps if you Don't want to lose important sideloaded apps on factory reset or further ota updates.

1. Install winrar on your windows 7 pc.

2. Download update.zip of latest version 3.0 from smart devices chinese site.

3. Double click update.zip on your pc, it opens winrar console.

4. Navigate to system/app

5. Click on the "Add" button on winrar console. It opens a dialogue to select files.

6. Select apk files which you want to add and press ok. No need of doing any advanced procedures. I have added appinstaller, calculator and archidroid apks. All of them work flawlessly.

7. Close winrar.

8. Transfer the update.zip to watch storage.

9. On watch do do a firmware upgrade.

10. The added apps may not show on first boot. Do a factory reset (erase everything). On next bout you will have all the added apps on your watch.

Now onwards even if you do a factory reset the additional apps will remain on watch. So chose your apps intelligently. Avoid large apps and apps which may brick or cause lag on watch.

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Noobs like me who want to transfer apk files directly from phone to watch without computer, data transfer/charger cable or wifi follow these steps.

First follow the steps mentioned above to make sure you will have appinstaller and archidroid apps on your watch even on factory reset, if you brick or watch lags on installing some apk on watch.

1. Install es file explorer on phone.

2. Download the application (you can extract apk with es file explorer's backup option) or apk you want to try to your phone.

3. Compress the apk to zip using es file explorer.

4. Share the zipped apk via bluetooth to watch.

5. Extract the received zip file using archidroid on watch.

6. Install the extracted apk on watch.

Now you can play with your watch to your hearts content, even if you don't have access to computer or data/charging cable or wifi. In case of lag, uninstall the app using appinstaller. or do a factory reset, you will still have appinstaller and archidroid on your watch if you have pushed them as default system app using steps mentioned in above post.

Happy z watching....
[Other SmartWatches] pepone1234:
How did you disable those apps?
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
I don't think it's possible to just DISABLE them. You don't have access to android application manager on watch.

But those apps can be uninstalled from any third party application managers like appinstaller on your watch. Or they can be removed totally from the system/app folder of update.zip file before updating.

I don't think they are harmful. I think it's just a misconception that they are responsible for battery depletion. Just leave them alone.

I did not notice any accelerated battery consumption after updating.

If at all you have such a issue, do a factory data reset. That should help.

I have used watch with those apps and without those apps. Did not notice any change in battery utilisation.

Again is just me.

Edit: It's possible to just disable them using third party app managers. For example if you have installed appinstaller on watch, under app2sd tile these two apps are shown. If you click on one of the apps, it will open app details from where you may be able to disable them.
[Other SmartWatches] gasland:
yesterday during all night the watch was illuminated during my sleep

it was waking up all the time , off agian then on again :(

wifi bt and everything was off.

that lead off course to wake up with the battery drained from 87% and the watch switched off.

anyone knows why it was doing that and any ideas of how to fix it ?
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
Check the position in which you kept the watch. I have noticed this issue if the watch is rested at about 45 degree angle, automatic back light is checked and screen time out is something like 5 or 10 seconds. Try resting the watch flat. If that doesn't help, do a factory reset and see if that helps. :)
[Other SmartWatches] mjkall:
My watch is very sensitive, maybe 30 degrees turns screenlight on. The sleep&time in settings must be on 3-5 seconds. But I use a tiny program No Screen Off by Etienne de Closmadeuc when reading or transferring file. It is handy.
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
It's the same with mine. Whatever may be the set sleep time, screen goes off in 2 to 3 sec. Exception being never sleep option, where the screen stays on continuously.
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
after hearing all these issues with 3.0, i think i will stick with 2.5 until an english update version is released :)
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
These are not issues with 3.0.... they have been present since long. In my opinion 3.0 is as solid as 2.5.

Only thing, as more people are getting the watch, we are discussing the issues now.
[Other SmartWatches] ofsinreno:
Correct. I used Airdroid to disable them. The cool thing about it is that after disabling them they no longer show up in the applications screens. And as for the battery consumption- I would assume the watch works like a phone and sometimes there are apps that don't allow a "deep sleep" state or cause wake locks that drain battery. I agree that a factory reset would probably fix the problem; but disabling the apps is much easier and worked this time.
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
I doubt whether airdroid runs in background not allowing phone to get in to deep sleep or not.:confused:

Why disable them If you don't use those apps, just uninstall them.
[Other SmartWatches] gasland:
is it still waterproof even if we don't have the cap in the earphones plug or it has to be capped in order to be waterproof?

PS:they have to fix a lot of things especially now that the watch is getting popular
[Other SmartWatches] SumCanadianGuy:
+1

I was wondering this too because in the first few reviews I watched on YouTube it looked like the watches didn't come with the plug. I always leave mine in, but just wondered.
[Other SmartWatches] gasland:
took the risk to get in the shower without the cap

all worked fine

:)

By the way I deactivated the Automatic Backlight

It is annoying

Never seems to stop to wake up

:rolleyes:

By the way, I would really appreciate if someone could tell me how I can install apps to the watch

Thank you
[Other SmartWatches] hun_gery:
You can use QtADB (if you use windows)

Just plug your hybrid usb/jack cable into your watch, the other end into your PC, enabling the debug function on your watch (press 5x the "model number" words under the settings/about tablet menu) and then you can install apk's directly from your pc via QtABD.
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
good email app?

does anyone know a good email app that i can install that would let me get full gmail or yahoo emails? link and instrcutions on how to install would be appreciated. thanks!
[Other SmartWatches] ofsinreno:
I've been looking for the same thing. I downloaded the Amazon App Store app onto the watch and still can't find a good one. It's frustrating me because I cannot side load Gmail like everyone else is talking about, and I don't understand why. I'll keep looking and if I find a good one I'll let you know. It's the only problem I have with this watch.
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
i appreciate it. i dont know how to sideload apps either
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
You need AquaMail.

Do you have the login to my FTP? Do you know how to use? Can you help [MENTION=5648773]wmandel[/MENTION] get AquaMail downloaded? I have all the apps you guys need on the FTP. All APKs downloaded from play.

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Please note: Aqua Mail is a free app for those who have one or two email addresses. If more, than you will have to pay for it.

In Kman's latest release, a license verifier has been added. Unfortunately, this new utility requires communication with the PlayStore app. If it can't verify, a red text box overlays the home screen...basically making it unusable.

I wrote a letter to the dev explaining this... his response was quick and he did offer a solution for me. So if you are willing...you can get it fully functional... imo, Aqua is worth it for this watch...it's customization features are leaps above the others which gives the watch unattainable functionality otherwise.
[Other SmartWatches] pepone1234:
My watch doesn't include that plug and it is also waterproof without it.
[Other SmartWatches] wmandel:
heres a link to a generic email apk:

http://west.homelinux.net/npm701/Email.apk -- can be used to access GMail, Yahoo mail etc

instructions on installation are on page 79 in this section

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i have aquamail installed on watch, only thing is i cant enter name, email address, or password using the keyboard in the smartq phone app. am i doing something wrong? i have another email app installed that i was able to enter everything in correctly and it works just fine. do you think its cause i have 2 email apps on the watch?
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Hey guys, if you are using my FTP...please try to keep your sessions to a minimum and please disconnect when done. I currently have 6 people

in queue...
[Other SmartWatches] mosamjc:
I just noticed SmartQ zWatch is now in stock over at ExpansyUSA if anyone is interested (http://www.expansys-usa.com/smartq-z-watch-with-android-255867/). I've done plenty of business with them and always been satisfied. I'm still considering the zWatch but I'm waiting a bit until the CES crop of smartwatches come out.
[Other SmartWatches] Slik1:
What is the battery life? :confused:

Which are better : ?

Sony SmartWatch SW2 or SmartQ Z-watch ???

Thank you very much
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
I own both of these watches, so I'll try to give you the good and bad of each.

The Sony:

Good

Decent screen, viewable in bright sunlight. Thin body. More refined experience and functionality. 200+ app ecosystem. USB charging. Regular size Interchangeable band. Water resistant. Battery life 1.5-2 days.

Bad

Low screen DPI, images/icons can appear fuzzy. Large footprint. Physical buttons. Trans-reflective watch faces not customizable. Slow and laggy at times. SW2 apps are extensions, not full featured. Restrictive and minimal customization only thru 3rd party apps. Sony's less than timely updates. No storage. no Wi-Fi. BT 3.0. 800mhz cpu. Requires button press to turn on screen. $200.00 is a lot considering what else is available for less.

Zwatch:

Good

$99 is unbelievable. Well built. Excellent screen. Clear and bright. Small footprint. Viewable in most all situations. Highly customizable. 14 watch faces come stock. Select, full function, apps installable from Play. Android Kitkat 4.4. WiFi equipped. 2gb direct accessible storage. 1.0ghz Ingenic processor. 512mb RAM. Create your own watch faces. Widget functions. SmartQ is working hard to further the watch and has released 16 updates since Oct. Built in MP3 player. Interchangeable watch band. water resistant. Auto back-light comes on when wrist @ 45°.

Bad:

Side profile is a tad on the thick side (easier to hide than large footprint.) Requires a medium-low technical skill. Battery life decent only if Wi-Fi is off. Uncommon charging cord, 3.5 mini to USB. No way to turn on speaker phone remotely. Only one physical navigation button.

Here's a side by side comparison I did a few months ago.

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jpmmOYJT-us