yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Other SmartWatches] Mantiw:
Please Help

I have two questions:

1- What file manager can I use on my pc for the watch? I want to add music from it to the watch.

2- When I click pair, my Iphone 4 responds and I click pair on it. On the phone it shows the watch as "not connected", and when I click on it it says "zWatch is not supported." What do I do?

I am upset bc I can barely use my watch :P

Thanks,

Mantis
[Other SmartWatches] cyrilp:
SWApp Link

Hi, some of you have tried SWApp Link on the SmartQ Z and it seems to work fine.

The only problem is Play store says it's not compatible with it and doesn't allow to install (it might have changed, you can try:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.preiss.swapps.link

You'll find information about the app here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2740033

I'm sharing with you the apk so that you can download it and test it on your watch:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/efqz8c6qpmsbpgi/SWApp Link 096c.apk

If you have any question, problem or suggestion i'll be glad to hear them !

Cyril
[Other SmartWatches] zapxix:
HELP

Guys i need help, my zlite is on boot loop i didn't do anything in particular other than turning it off and on again. i suddenly realized my watch isn't booting and i only get the smartq logo boot loop. i've already tried upgrading and downgrading firmware. i know that theere is no restore tool for zlite.please help me 'cause my watch is new. :(
[Other SmartWatches] BassBlaster:
Hey man tried out ur SWapp on my Zwatch and paired to my Nexus 4, the remote calling and remote texting work perfectly, which is great, but trying to use any of the rest of the features cause the app to FC on the Zwatch. Great job so far though! Also I do not get the notifications from my phone on my Zwatch with SWapp even though its configured correctly. Thanks for your work so far!
[Other SmartWatches] cyrilp:
hi, are you able to get a logcat when it FC ?
[Other SmartWatches] BassBlaster:
I can try to get a logcat for you but I can't do it right now, I'm away from home and will be at least a week till I'm back with the zwatch

I think its FCing because the app is compiled for ARM because Zwatch CPU is MIPS arch
[Other SmartWatches] bfikkert:
I had the same issue till i found out that the virsion on the watch was an older on. I removed it and installed the latest on.

All is working. Battery, calling, starting apps with watch on phone., etc...

Also all notifications are working.

The only thing i found that needs work is that the audio controle screen is nog fitting the screen size.

Edit: i have to correct myself. Whatsapp and Gmail notifications are not send.

Thanks .
[Other SmartWatches] pox67:
I have had this issue a couple of times. Both times the battery has run down quicker than I expected and the watch will boot before shutting down due to low battery.

Quicker than I expected meaning from 50% to 0% in a couple of hours.
[Other SmartWatches] dom199312:
Hello, I'm new on this forum. I don't know if it's the right place to ask, but I was wondering if the smartq z watch works well with the iPhone 5 ? Nobody talks about it and I just want to be sure I don't waste my money.

Thanks everybody !
[Other SmartWatches] pox67:
I believe you would be wasting your money, currently it does not support iphones very well.
[Other SmartWatches] iAppleDev:
Yes it works for notifications and wifi tethering but is limited compared to android phone when paired.
[Other SmartWatches] jory9:
can't get my watch synced on my older phone , which has android 4.1.2
[Other SmartWatches] dom199312:
Thanks for the answer. Do you think it would still work with the custom ROM (like DJroid ROM) ?
[Other SmartWatches] iAppleDev:
It's working fine on DJroid-8.1 :) nice ROM:)

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I'm building a custom app for zwatch watch faces:) if anyone has ideas or images of watch's they would like to have added to my app so that the are installed to the factory watch-face-launcher PM me or post here http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=53037306
[Other SmartWatches] kennobi:
Watch faces

You mean we can design literally any type of watch faces which I might say only with display of hour, minutes, seconds, date, month, year and most probably weather. That will be very cool. As I m new in this, so you just need the graphic?
[Other SmartWatches] iAppleDev:
Yes graphics! Or at least a picture or drawing of the layout and idea. I'm still trying to figure out the weather, bluetooth, battery, notifications, etc.. The SDK is in Chinese and not much info around I'm doing Digital clocks app first then I'll do an analog app after.
[Other SmartWatches] ch3mn3y:
Hi, im thinking bout this app, but would like to know few things:

1. Is there a possibility to change band to metal one? Anyone tried? Or amybe should i go for p1 (but it costs more, nd dont know if band is worth it)?

2. Is it useful and easy to pair with phone?

3. How it is to wear it?

Thanks in advance.

Ps. Maybe someone knows where i can finde this device with the lowest price+shipping worldwide (the best free)? Any recommended sellers on aliexeress (or other sites)?

Sent using TF300T - CyanogenMod 11.0/GEASS (F2FS)
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
1) Standard 22mm band, I put same band on Zwatch than my pebble band, metal and other.

2) easy like all BT device on android

3) very light, it feel different for each band type you use.

bought directly at Smartqme.com for 76€ with shipping, received in 10 days to Europe.
[Other SmartWatches] ch3mn3y:
Thanks for ur answer. However i have one.more question:

Is whatch laggy? Coz 1x1ghz and 512 ram is not to much even with kk. Is at least twotabs in.nonstock browser work flawlessy?

Sent using C6833 - Carbon KitKat/Pimped Z1 Kernel
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
I never seen any lag in app that use. But it is a watch and not use same app than my phone. I have Nova Launcher, ES Explorer work fine. I use Calendar, Stopwatch, Timer, Reminder, Evernote, Color Notes, Google task, Tally counter, My Backup Pro, Play Store.

Android 4.4 is optimized for low memory device. If works fine on my old Galaxy S (1Ghz, 390Mo RAM) wich lag with other android version.
[Other SmartWatches] gerikool:
smartqme

hey guys,

since yesterday i am trying to order the watch from smartqme.com(that automatically redirects me to buy.smartqme.com)that dersie suggested.

i am unable to add it to my cart and proceed with the purchase.

i sent an email asking if something is wrong with the site to get an answer that everything is ok!

can someone please check this out,maybe it something that is happening only in my country.

does anybody know any other online store that sell the watch at a good price?

thank you
[Other SmartWatches] ch3mn3y:
U can buy it for 79$ (using bitcoin) if u contact user ardo (if i remember his nick) on samrrqwatch.com forum

Sent using C6833 - Carbon KitKat/Pimped Z1 Kernel
[Other SmartWatches] gerikool:
thank you for your answer ,

but never used bitcoins before,any other alternative?
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
I just tested and there are not "add to cart" in the page. I have zwatch in my cart from an old visit. So I look at my cart and it say "out of stock" so it is why you can not order the watch.
[Other SmartWatches] shammc:
Finally smartq acknowledged the tracking details I received are not valid and are chashong it up with dhl .

Wonder when I will get this .
[Other SmartWatches] juggamonkey:
I got a reply at 2:29am (sc) and a staff from smartqme told me my parcel would be shipped today still no tracking number...will wait and see (crosses fingers)
[Other SmartWatches] pashka79:
yes
[Other SmartWatches] juggamonkey:
Instead of using a task killer isn't the a task option somewhere since it runs jellybean..maybe use pie and set it so u can pull up task and swipe away running programs
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Good thought. Yes. This will kill current task and background process. However, killing background data can be temporary depending on app instructions/settings.
[Other SmartWatches] juggamonkey:
Are you able to take calls through the 3.5mm jack with headphones plugged in?
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Yes...but you are forced to use on-board Mic. you'll look like captain Kirk when on a call...but who cares its 2013...
[Other SmartWatches] juggamonkey:
Can't use a built in mic on the headphones?
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
So far, if you try to change the default Mic...you won't be able to get the on-board working again, unless you reapply last update. Until we get root, it will stay this way.
[Other SmartWatches] juggamonkey:
Alright got cha .. man I can't wait for mine comes in so I can start the tinkering process
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
I ordered second one as test unit...should be here tomorrow..let the games begin.

Although, i have to say am a little ticked off at SmartQ. According, to their customer support "team"...there is no recovery console

****uh, YES there is***it booted when one of your updates failed****

Sorry, to hear that...please send watch for repair...

****end of support call****

It looks like we won't be getting much help from them...(until it begins to tank)
[Other SmartWatches] juggamonkey:
Where did u order for the second one ?
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
When they were first announced i placed two orders. This is the one i ordered from pandawill about 12 days ago.

Oops, forgot today is a holiday...most likely tomorrow then.
[Other SmartWatches] juggamonkey:
http://www.ingenic.cn/en/en/kfzc.php this is the site that has the source code for our processor not sure if its any help just throwing it out there
[Other SmartWatches] kenharmsfl10:
Hong Kong and China Resellers Are So Unreliable

I stopped ordering from International resellers a year ago as most where more Miss - than Hit with orders.

They delay orders, give false tracking numbers until they finally can fulfill an order, and send faulty merchandise so much more often than not.

Even on Ebay and Amazon - they often hide the fact that they are in Asia, but usually have the same issues and problems.

Try to order from USA resellers when you can - you might pay a little more but don't have the potential hassle and problems usually associated with international resellers - plus it's a lot easier and doesn't run you $30-$60 for international returns or warranty reparair if you have to.
[Other SmartWatches] geek78:
how many time do you get with BT-ON ?

Thanks
[Other SmartWatches] mghtymse007:
Over the weekend I got 17 hours total with bt on always and WiFi on 4.5 hours. Nothing close to oem stats...as usual...these battery claims by the manufacturers its getting out of hand!!! Hell, why don't they just claim a month...or year even...laughable! Let's all sue for false advertising and misleading device specs...
[Other SmartWatches] geek78:
Thanks. So i have to find another smartwatch :rolleyes: Less than 24hours for smartwatch ..
[Other SmartWatches] kenharmsfl10:
2-3 Day Average

I've gotten about 2 to 3 days with average use over the last week with SmartQ. Consider Color screen and other factors it's impressive and as good as any other models. Charging a few times a week with constant use I don't think is a problem for most people.
[Other SmartWatches] geek78:
With BT-ON ? If you have 2/3 days and OP less than 17hours it is strange :eek:
[Other SmartWatches] gerikool:
this is what i thought,

but they also ensured me that the black Z1(the one i asked for) is in stock and they are currently receiving orders...!!!!!

whatever...

thank you for checking it out
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
You can try from aliexpress

http://www.aliexpress.com/store/pro...-record-bluetooth-wifi/907206_1345226260.html
[Other SmartWatches] Lokifish Marz:
I have one coming and even though I have left the dev world I will drop anything useful I find in here.
[Other SmartWatches] aarongillion63:
Debloat

Hello, I just bought this Z Watch for a number of specific features (independent+Wifi-only/no-sim, headphone jack for workouts -- no phone), but I can't really dive in yet and sync my sms/accounts/everything until I know that I can trust this thing. I want to know how to remove the Chinese apps thru adb, and sleep monitor and shady weather app and all this crap off the device. I am trying scan through the apps and filesystem, but there is a lot of...crap. Syncing all of my personal data with this thing is a big privilege and I just don't know the behind-the-scenes of this watch.

Can somebody post a debloat list?

I've also taken note about a few custom ROMs floating around XDA for this model. However, I tried the most promising one (by bassbooster or whatever the guys name is) and all the watchfaces were screwed up and laggy. Plus, I don't want Gapps, they clog the ram.

I am running the latest Kitkat release.

Any input, help, or corrections would be nice, thanks!
[Other SmartWatches] mishko:
First flash this superb rom: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2675888.

To remove bloatware and other system apps get 'System app safe remover'. It's easy to find the apk, just Google it.
[Other SmartWatches] aarongillion63:
Superuser

Alright, I managed to debloat mine without bricking it. (Always seems I delete something a little too important). I want to stay on stock ROM.

Question: This watch is pre-rooted. But only through adb. I'm trying to pull Superuser.apk from geek's rom. But his link is a bogus site, can't download. Does somebody else have the modded Superuser.apk and su binary? Reply or PM me if it's a private address, whatever suits you best. Thanks!
[Other SmartWatches] catexecutive:
Anyone managed to put Spotify/Google Play Music on this device and actually use it? I'm currently looking for a device that I could use with offline-music. I first looked at the Motoactv, but it's too expensive.
[Other SmartWatches] drmpk:
why do you want to try then on a watch? battery won't last long.
[Other SmartWatches] catexecutive:
Running!
[Other SmartWatches] BassBlaster:
Sound quality on the Zwatch (wired headphones) is **** though. Output volume at 100% is same as my nexus 4 at 50%. Also, there's a midrange scoop that you can hear, and lack of sub bass. This is probably caused by the fact that its hard for a tiny watch to power the headphones. Through Bluetooth headphones, however, the audio output and quality is good, but then you might as well just pair it directly to your phone. Maybe if you use a portable amp it would sound good but that would entirely defeat the purpose of using it for running
[Other SmartWatches] catexecutive:
Thanks! That was the plan :cyclops:

If course I would be using a BT4.0-headset since an audio-cable would just get in the way.

If anyone knows a better solution, feel free to post.

But if SmartQ/Z works mit Spotify and smiliar, I might give it a try. I just don't want to waste any money.

I'm just not sure if my original wish, the Motoactv, is worth it since it's quite expensive.

I'm a bit worried about all the Chinese stuff and logging in into any account. I now there are roms to remove this stuff, but you never know.
[Other SmartWatches] ase69s:
Interesting extra hardware button

Hi, i got the watch yesterday and after reading this thread and others i got to say "Thank you all for your tips and tricks" :highfive:

I tought i could contribute back with this (havent seen posted it yet):

There is some small Jack 3.5 plug that adds one extra hardware button to any android phone that combined with some app serves you to launch apps or other direct action that you want. (The original was a kickstarter but then the chinesse copied it and sold it at small price ;) )

It should work with this watch and having a configurable button (skip song would be a perfect use :D) adds a lot of posibilities...

The one i got (waiting for it to arrive): www_tinydeal_com/35mm-klick-quick-button-dustproof-plug-jack-plug-p-128754.html

In the product page itself are listed some apps that should work with it, for example:www_helloklick_com/index.php/site/download

(I cant post links yet so replace "_" with "." or another user could repost them...)

Will post back about it when it arrives...
[Other SmartWatches] ase69s:
Updating apps problem

When i have to update an app i open the new version of the apk in the smartwatch file explorer and the android dialog about replacing the current app appears, the problem is that this dialog is too long for the watch screen and it doesnt let you scroll down, so the install button at the end of the dialog is hidden...

Any ideas?

(I know you can update with the play store but didnt installed it because for now it only works with wifi (i hadnt seen anyone getting internet throught bluetooth conection to the phone yet :confused: ))

Also in this line of thought, an easy app to transfer the .apk files (placed previously by me somewhere in the phone sdcard) to the smartwatch storage?

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I saw in the play store the Remote Widget for SmartWatch2 and an app like that could give us loads of functionality... :D

Basically it mirrors any widget of our phone to our smartwatch, it also mirrors back the touch events so you can interact with the phone widget from the watch...(see the play store video to get a quick idea of what i mean)

This one is specifically developed for the Sony SmartWatch so it didnt work after i installed it in phone & watch (maybe with the sony smartwatch sync app installed...)
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
Sony Smartwatch do not run an android system, so you can not use Sony Smartwatch app on other watch than Sony Smartwatch ;)
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Hi friends,

I know the watch has an anti-lost reminder function since version 2.4 but I'd like to know how exactly it works.

My friends wants to buy the watch but before he does, he'd like to know what happens when the phone is away from the watch.

Does it ring, vibrate? How about the watch? And what are the settings?
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
Vibrate and show an alert window "Connexion lost" with OK, Abort buttons.
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Thanks for your reply. Is there an option to make the phone ring? You know like Google Device Manager...

Does the watch also make a sound or does it just vibrate? Vibrate is enough and more appropriate I guess but since I'm posting on behalf of a friend, I prefer to ask details :)
[Other SmartWatches] newton123:
With the release of the new g watch from LG running the android system, how long do you think it might be until we get someone building it for the Z watch and then into our little hands?

Or do we need to just buy a Android one
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
Watch has no sound at all, only a vibration system.

No phone ring but maybe another android app for sound a phone when a BT device disconnect ?
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Oh I see... I have no idea about such an app, since it needs to bypass the phone's volume like Device Manager.
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Another question from my friend : if I plug an headset to the watch, which microphone will be used? The one on the watch or the one on the headset?

And is the sound quality decent?
[Other SmartWatches] bfikkert:
Sound quality is oké. You can install an equalizer app to tune the sound a bit. As far as I know, mic on the headset is not supported. not 100% sure.
[Other SmartWatches] BassBlaster:
Sound quality is meh when wired. But Bluetooth sound quality is good.
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Thanks guys :)

[MENTION=2010606]bfikkert[/MENTION] : What is the equalizer app you use?
[Other SmartWatches] bfikkert:
I don't in know any more is some time ago that I tryed it. Just try some. And see which fits the screen best. I can remember that I used one with lots of presets that was working best on the small screen.
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Did you download it from Play Store or from forums?
[Other SmartWatches] bfikkert:
Yes. i just downloaded 4 apps with PC from play store and "adb install" it on the watch.
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Ok I will let you know when he receives his watch and for sure has more questions :D

Thanks friend!
[Other SmartWatches] laymansnerd:
please let me know how that goes! I ordered one off of tmart yesterday!
[Other SmartWatches] JimSmith94:
Ha, I just ordered the same one from them too.
[Other SmartWatches] spyderveloce:
I'm pretty sure this relies on having Microphone input on the jack. Not sure that the watch has that. Either way, I'll test with the official Pressy button and app when I get home from work since I just received my Pressy in the mail yesterday.

Update:

Tried the Pressy immediately since activation is via an associated email and I didn't need the code in the packaging... Bad news... no microphone input on the jack so the Pressy is unrecognized.
[Other SmartWatches] niels-cil:
Guys,

Is it still worth to buy this watch or is too outdated?
[Other SmartWatches] Lokifish Marz:
For a basic/budget companion smartwatch it's still at the top of my list. One of the main reasons is features vs cost and the other is it works with more phones than any other smartwatch I seen so far. Have a phone stuck on Gingerbread, the SmartQ will work with it.
[Other SmartWatches] pox67:
I agree.

There is nothing in the new watches that is making me rush out to get one. The Z Watch does everything I need at the moment.

Also the new Wear watches require a phone with Android 4.3 or higher, my phone is still on 4.2.2
[Other SmartWatches] kamillo:
new battery

I purchased this battery 430mAh ( I think it's only 350-380mAh)

It's 6,4 mm thick ( not 6mm, bigger abit )

I done it to slimmer with a hammer ( careful).

It's Ok now already :Cool:

Video

It works without Bluetooth 9-10 days, and works with BT 3-4 days.

I'm satisfied with it.:cyclops:
[Other SmartWatches] cha91:
Hi guys,

From these ROM versions, which one has a contact app that offers an icon to call contacts from the watch? My friend tested the 3.7 version but it didn't have any application to call from the watch, and the reminder only worked randomly when he went away from the Bluetooth connected phone.
[Other SmartWatches] Jamessuperfun:
I'm considering this watch as my first smart watch.

What my expectations are for a smart watch is that it has a decent display (good enough that you can't see each pixel), will notify me with vibrations for *any* notification (not just specific ones) and shows me the weather for London, UK.

I don't know a lot about smart watches so it would be very helpful if someone could let me know if this meets the criteria / could link me to a device which does. This is also a bit of an experiment to me to see if these seem worth it so I would prefer it just to be a cheap device. Thanks :)
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
It is fun, but just for fun. Very limited use, not easy, not simple, not..... I have this watch but just for curiosity. I used a few week to see but not a best to keep a long time.

The best for me is the Sony SW2, I tried most other but I come back always on my SW2. All is perfect, view, runtime, app and the best of the best the the personalisable watchface infinitely by user. I use a watchface different almost every day.

(for example : I post my watchface on G+ when I change https://plus.google.com/u/0/communi...5/stream/b35ea10e-d5ce-4034-83a4-7b55b4887d08 )
[Other SmartWatches] Jamessuperfun:
The issue with the Sony SW2 is it costs a lot for what it can do. My requirements (above) don't seem high for a smartwatch since I think that's just basic functionality. The SW2 is just too expensive because I may decide it sucks.

Does this device meet the requirements? Specifically is a 240x240 screen good looking at this size?
[Other SmartWatches] dersie:
The SmartQ-Z has a very good screen and the 240x240 is enough for all we want. There are a lot screen shot in this thread.

Pebble is very limited but for basic use pebble do the job, good for notification, battery life, weather, watchface....

(Just 8 app/watchface at same time).
[Other SmartWatches] Jamessuperfun:
Thanks. I couldn't find any, I scanned through roughly the last 10 pages but it's okay ill Google images it. Hard to tell if a display is good when looking at another display imo but okay. Thanks :)