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[Other SmartWatches] needo:
Please i want to buy this one, but i can't find any reviews on it at all..

I hope anyone can help me to make right decision..

Thanks in advance
[Other SmartWatches] Lokifish Marz:
From what I can find it's an MT6577. The MT6577 is a two year old chip that if you look at the S5, EC-309 and other threads, is known for issues when it comes to smartwatches. MediaTek also has a habit of packaging half finished firmware with security holes and BT issues.

Money vs overall device, you would be better off looking at a MT6572 or MT6582 based standalone smartwatch. And if all the MediaTek based smartwatch devs can get together then I expect a number of issues to go away.
[Other SmartWatches] needo:
Ok thank you loki for this deep knowledge information...

So can you recommend me a standalone one with this price range has better specs or at least with more recent chip?
[Other SmartWatches] m34n1ng:
the zgpax s5 has a thread and it seems to be a good watch. I dont think that the company producing this watch would make the s6 worse than the s5, if anything it should be better than the s5. I plan on buying this in a few weeks.
[Other SmartWatches] probstc:
I am not sure how good the S6 is, but I was very interested. My only issue with all current Android 3G phone watches is that they seem to have the same specifications, which based on an earlier response, is a dated technology, and I wonder if it really is worth $130+ USD, when you can get smartphone with much better specs for less money.

What intrigues me with the s6 is that it seems to have the look I will be expecting from the rumored Samsung Galaxy Solo due out later this year.

I for one am opting for a Kickstarter phone watch (the XS-4) that seems to be a quantum leap in technology (MTK6592 octo-core processor, Android 4.4, waterproof and LTE among other neat specs.). Granted it sells for over $250 USD and it a Kickstarter campaign.

I gave up on the XS-4 and I have bought myself the CL-W211, which is another branding of the Zgpax S6. I will review it once I get it in a few weeks.
[Other SmartWatches] beggerking:
The thing to look for when buying a android watch phone, is that you don't necessarily look for the newest / fastest but rather to acknowledge there WILL be compromises between price, battery life, performance due to the size of the watch.

things you want:

1. battery life

2. waterproof/resistance

3. at least dual core

4. at least 512mb ram

5. at least Android 4.0

things you DONT want

1. LTE or even 3g

2. octo-core

3. short battery life

4. single-touch capacitive display

The xs-4 failed aboved also its kickstarter... if you ever get it it'll be 2 years from now and it'll still be old tech and bad battery life.

s5/6 is an okay product however its battery life is problmatic..

like the other guy said, much better to look for a mtk6572 device which should cost ~$200 online.
[Other SmartWatches] probstc:
Thanks for the advice, and BTW, because it was "too good to be true" and failed other Crowd Funding efforts, I have abandoned the pledge for the XS-4. With just over 44 pledges and two days left on Kickstarter, I think that there is too much risk with this product. I also have memories from my previous pledge for the Neptune Pine, which has turned into a fiasco - Fortunately I took there offer for a full refund when they failed to meet their first delivery dates.

In the meantime, I did order the CL-W211 (exactly the same watch as the Zgpax S6), and when I receive it, I will add a review.
[Other SmartWatches] probstc:
Review of the Zgpax S6

Here is a review of the ZGPAX S6:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_-1Nfp3gCo
[Other SmartWatches] simple1i:
19mm thick

For $129, i can live with the low screen resolution and the 2MP cam, but it's19mm thick, shame, far too thick for me.

Other then that, i would have purchased it, cuz all seems good for the price. :good:
[Other SmartWatches] probstc:
I just received my ZGPAX S6 today (labelled CL-W211), and here are my first impressions:

Pros:

- Bloatware free, full Android 4.04

- Screen is bright, easy to read and responsive

- Device has decent performance for such modest specifications

- So far all the features tested have work. I still have to test the GPS.

- Speaker quality is excellent

Cons:

- Battery life is terrible, especially if you use many of the phones features at once

- WiFi reception is very weak

- Build quality is not the best and makes you wonder about durability

- Chinese instructions and power plug were useless and a bit of a joke considering where the device was being shipped to

I think this watch phone has potential, and will serve me well as a proof of concept until more sophisticated models are released.
[Other SmartWatches] reggiexp:
The zgpax s5 or sy have both not 2 finger multitouch?

Sometimes in videos it looks like it has.
[Other SmartWatches] probstc:
Updated review on the ZGPAX S6

After having my S6 for the past 8 months, I am sad to report that my original concerns about quality build were justified, as the camera is no longer functional, and the original batter no longer holds a charge (I had to buy a spare one). What is most infuriating is the fact that ZGPAX has released an updated S6, using the MTK6572 processor, and therefore able to run Android 4.4, whereas the original S6 is limited to Android 4.04.

I even think the whole concept of a smartphone on a watch was flawed, as the ZGPAX failed in usability: It is difficult to have a device that when not used can last a reasonable amount of time, but the moment you do anything on it, the battery drains almost instantaneously. Also, while I love compact devices, a 1.54 inch screen is too small even for those with the best eyesight. Having a smart watch paired with a smartphone is still a decent option, but forget an all-in-one solution!

I have moved on (technologically), but to me this was the last straw in buying cheap Chinese tech, especially when the manufacturer abandons the product. For those who read this and are considering buying the ZGPAX S6, you have been warned.
[Other SmartWatches] fteo_viking:
Thanks for this post. But one has to really point out that for the price for such a watch and the fact that it is a "no name" brand. ie unbranded really. One would expect around 8 months to 12 months usage. It is not bad that your lasted for 8 months. It can now serve as a AP-tettering point connected to a small powerbank since it is still functional even with a very weak or non-functional battery. If you buy a branded product at 2.5 times the price, then expect that to last 2 years or around that. I expect most would switch after a year. It is no different from a phone where yearly switching seems to be the norm for many and a phone is clearly 3 to 4 times to price of the watch. My S8 is going on 7 months and I will replace it or add another in 6 months or so when the Android Wear software really comes of ago with funtionality and battery life. I really need a GPS-track on watch to last a full 12 hours on one charge. For now the Garmin Vivoactive looks like the closest match, but I will hold off for the next iteration. The screen is lower resolution as I expect 320X320 at the very least.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] FlamingTongue:
Title, basically. I was wondering if there's a kickstand that be placed on any case, anytime. I'd love a kickstand for my phone, but you never find things like this.

If there is something like that, I'd love to know about it! Thank you!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] CZ Eddie:
http://www.remotesystems.com/kickstand4u
[HTC Excalibur] ryan007:
I've talked to everyone when considering choosing between the MDA and the newer Dash?

Is it possible to get a free version of Pocket Office to put on the Dash so I can have the editing option for Microsoft Documents?

MDA or Dash? Which is more versitile, faster, and good for work & networking on the fly?

Does the MDA have WiFi like the Dash? for free wifi connections.

After too many T-Mobile reps, HTC reps, and other users...I'm exhausted with beating around the bush form the simple, and exact answers I'm looking for. You advice and expertise would truly be appreciated. Help! Thanks.

:confused:

Ryan
[HTC Excalibur] Menza:
Choose the Dash

I have both. While I have only had teh Dash about a week, I have had no problems with it - no resets or freezes. With my MDA, I was constantly resetting it. The Dash doe stake some getting used to and you will have to buy a spreadsheet program, but I would choose it over the MDA in a flash. The Dash appears to be faster than the MDA as well. The only compliants that I have regarding the Dash is that there is no version of Voice Command for it nor is there a good RN caclulator.
[HTC Excalibur] JwY:
there is no pocket office for smartphone os

more specifically there is no equivalent of pocket word at this time
[HTC Excalibur] sp4rky:
This saddens me. Pocket office was very handy. Hopefully something will come about soon.
[HTC Excalibur] RazrV3:
Really what I look for in comparison is speed, Wi-Fi, BlueTooth. etc. features. Both have the same features, but the difference is the advancement in the individual features. MDA has WiFi 802.11b where the Dash has 802.11b/g meaning the fastest you'll be able to transmit data over WiFi on the MDA is 22mbts The MDA supports BlueTooth version 1.2 and the Dash is BT 2.0. The MDA has a faster processor running at 400Mhz where the Dash runs at 200Mhz.

The applications that come pre-installed on the devices vary. Search the web for Open Source office like applications out there I'm sure you can find something for the Dash. I haven't tried it yet but with my Wi-Fi connection I have a google spreadsheet online application, kinda like an online office of Excel.
[HTC Excalibur] ryan007:
Thank you for the feedback.

I have been leaning towards the MDA, but didn't want to take a step back in technology advantage, given that I'll have this phone for a while and I'll want to get the most from the device. OR Should I go with DASH in hope of getting an app to edit documents? Is there anytihng coming out soon, or where should i go to find out where to get it? Can I use either device with google's new word and excel editting, without being connected to a free wifi?

Are both devices able to use Skype?

The MDA glitches and complaints do worry me about dependability. Do you believe the MDA is stable, and is the HTC Hermes able to be used with T-Mobile?

The phone I have (Nokia 3660) just died (only shows Nokia when booting up, in a continuous loop). Therefore i have just lost 600 numbers which weren't sync to the new laptop i had ot buy because my old one was stolen 2 months ago. :( If you have any advice on retreaving these numbers let me know.:confused:

Also, do you recommend getting the MDA from T-Mobile for $250 or from eBay? or other cell phone sites you recommend for purchases?

Ryan
[HTC Excalibur] JwY:
same here. someone should at least make a third party app for it instead of only viewers.

the dash makes a better phone and the mda makes a better pda. that's the biggest difference to me.
[HTC Excalibur] guru1982:
The MDA uses the same processor as the Dash, TI omap 850 200mhz
[HTC Excalibur] sergiopi:
I had or tested almost ANY HTC device sold in Europe since HTC was a startup company.

EXCALIBUR is the best device I ever seen! Obviously new devices are better than older, but still I believe on BLUE ANGEL concept, (good device at that time, revolutionary)

You feel it in your hand soft, good design, reliable since the first release, stable bluetooth 2.0, last WM5 release, lot of fix and improvement.

Good display, form factor, keyboard and battery life (in a normal day, even using bluetooth, have always with you an USB cable, just in case...)

I don't need glasses to read at, due to resolution and backlight (don't laught too much, experience and close eyesight are reversed functions) one hand usage in 90% of conditions.

The microSD is well stored INSIDE the battery case, avoiding dust and accidental un-insertion.

Problems? screen protector NEEDED, no case in the package (I am using an IPOD sock), poor (compared to pocket PC) software avaliability, Smartphone notes is a MUST have (to insert small notes or align with PC notes) for a device with keyboard!

TORNADO POWER CONTROL is a battery saver, little overclok for a 200 MHz processor (228) and good downclock to save battery (116)
[HTC Excalibur] nomad33fw:
I installed a freeware program from vieka.com called Wordpad 2.9, works great. PTAB covers Excel....
[HTC Excalibur] McHale:
I love my Dash. It's fast and easy to use. I love the one handed operation once I enabled the full jogger.

*BUT*

When I travel, I take my K-Jam and I don't need my laptop. I can do everything with it. I can't say the same about the Dash since it doesn't have mobile office.

On my last vacation, I didn't take my laptop because I didn't plan on working. When I got there, I found out I had to write 2 proposals within 24 hours. Quite simply, I would have been screwed without my K-Jam.

BUT

For an everyday device at work, I now prefer my Dash as I edit word and excel files between 0 and 1 times a year normally.

Dash rocks (and is hella-fast too). Once HTC releases a newer FW for it, I can get the T-Mobile crap off of it.

-Mc
[HTC Excalibur] xdaking:
link to download office

Hi i need a link to download ms office for WM5. please help
[HTC Excalibur] Newchurch:
Hi,

there's no download for Office for WM5, it is part of the PPC-ROMs (Office Mobile). For WM5 Smartphones you can use Clearvue Suite from Westtek (only viewer).

Greetings Newchurch
[HTC Excalibur] bhang:
dash is view docs only...AFAIK

I have had an mda for about six months and liked it, HTC and this communuity so much I bought a dash for my wife instead of an SDA, I like the dash it is a smartfone, and should be called that, it is leaps and bounds above the older smartphone os' but Its a far cry from WM5 and MS is trying to trick less wary buyers into thinking that the 2 very different operating systems are the same, and they are not...

I haven't seen any way to edit office stuff on the dash, but I have yet to get as involved in it as I am my wiz, so I may be wrong.

If you wanna replace your laptop with somthing smaller the MDA is the way to go.

If you want "just a phone" with tons of flexability go for the dash.

they are both great devices, but very different despite a similar GUI.

bhang
[HTC Excalibur] bittermormon:
The OS's are teh same on both phones. Its just a different interface. Anyone who tells you otherwise is misinformed. If they were different OS's then why are there instructions at HoFo on running PPC apps on smartphone?

I have both devices, and like them both. I like the small size and form factor of the Gash, but the larger Screen and the PPC UI make it easier for me to get around, but I'm gettingused to teh dash too. The MDA is more customizeable (more options for home screen, as well as a lot of ROM's here to try.) But teh dash seems more stable to me (prolly due to all teh fiddling I've done on teh MDA tho)

Also Documents to go has announced they are making a SP version. That will let you edit Office apps when it comes out. There might be a demo or somethgn now, I don't remember.
[HTC Excalibur] adhussain:
@bittermormon, you're right, a preview is now available for the smartphone

http://www.dataviz.com/products/documentstogo/winmobile/index.html
[Omni Q&A] yashade2001:
Hello everyone. I built omni from source. but when i flash to my nexus 5 it stucks at bootlogo. i downloaded hammerhead sources by typing breakfast hammerhead. i also copied vendor/lge from another rom source to omni source. but always phone stucks at bootlogo. can anyone help please?﻿ thank you in advance.
[Omni Q&A] Entropy512:
Probably bogus vendor blobs. Especially if you used something CM-derived since they're notorious for doing weird-ass **** with Nexus adreno drivers.
[Omni Q&A] yashade2001:
i took vendor here https://github.com/DonkeyCoyote/proprietary_vendor_lge/tree/android-4.4/hammerhead and replaced with my vendor. can i build dirty?
[Omni Q&A] yashade2001:
ok guys i solved the problem by taking that vendor instead of muppets vendor. my device has booted :)
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] king718:
I actually like picking my apps every time I open something. But so many times I have clicked an app and it's set as my default because the option is always checked. Anyway to uncheck it?
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] milkybarkid:
Settings>Apps>Clear defaults
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ailima:
I think he meant a way to prevent it from automatically selecting "use as default" every time. (As opposed to unsetting an app one it had become default)

I'm looking for this answer as well.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] king718:
Yeah exactly. I gets frustrating having to reset apps all the time.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Heisenberg420:
no way to uncheck the 'set as default' option that I know of but you can use App Picker Classic app

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=se.anyro.picker&hl=en

make sure you follow directions after install, feel free to pm me if you need any help w/ it :)
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mrhaley30705:
Just tap on the app you want to use, but don't hit ok. It will open the app without defaulting it.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] king718:
That will do for now! Works great. Thanks a lot.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] windfrenzy:
Thanks. I have the Verizon VS985 and this works for me with a double tap.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jjk2:
Thanks a lot. I had search many times the web how to uncheck the flag for default app, instead it was just an easy double tap. For me it works double tap on a LG G3 no brands with Lollipop.
[HTC One Mini] hall599:
Hello,

Can we have the Sweep to wake on Pac man ROM ?
[HTC One Mini] AnGrY sCoTsMaN:
Try Bubba kernel, it's just been updated. Got it working without any problems
[Xposed Framework Modules] serajr:
Here is a simple Xposed module that will apply native android Gaussian Blur (ScriptIntrinsicBlur) effect at your System UI Status Bar Expanded and Recent Apps panels.

This module is just a small "piece of code" from my other Xposed module for Xperia™ devices tittled: Serajr Xperia™ Xposed (KK) (go there... take a look) with 60000+ downloads since its first release!!!

XDA Xposed Tuesday - XDA Developer TV by TK (BaayTa) - Thank you so much!!! :highfive:

[YOUTUBE]OE2lkPGGx2Y[/YOUTUBE]

Module Review by Chris Nacca - Thank you so much!!! :highfive:

[YOUTUBE]HYLK6n8v0PE[/YOUTUBE]

How-To tutorial by GadgetHacks - Thank you so much!!! :highfive:

[YOUTUBE]gSoQB-0FvuU[/YOUTUBE]​

Features:

System UI:

- Native android Gaussian Blur background effect at Status Bar Expanded panel (portrait and landscape)

- Native android Gaussian Blur background effect at Recent Apps panel (portrait and landscape)

- Fully configurable Gaussian Blur settings (Bitmap scale | Blur Radius | 3 Color Filters)

- Auto color filter (module will choose which one to apply according to picture dominant color lightness)

- Translucent notifications

- Translucent notifications panel header (topmost contents)

- Translucent notifications panel quick settings (tiles and/or buttons)

- Drag Handle Bar translucency value (from opaque to translucent)

- Fade in/out animation while opening or closing Status Bar Expanded panel

- Fullscreen and immersive modes compatibility

- Restart System UI service menu

- Hex color filter input

- More to come...

Module App:

- Theme chooser - light (default) or dark

- Real-time changes

Screenshots:

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Download:

- v1.9: Xposed Module Repository

Install:

TRY AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!

Requeriments:

- Android 4.1+

- Root

- Xposed Framework by [MENTION=4419114]rovo89[/MENTION]

1. Download

2. Install it (as normal apk)

3. Open Xposed Installer and activate Blurred System UI under Modules

4. Reboot your device

5. Done!

MODULE WILL NOT WORK PROPERLY ON TABLETS (TABLET UI), MAYBE IN THE NEAR FUTURE !!!​

Known issues:

- Tablet UI (to do)

- Translucent preferences may not be applied on all vendor's variants

To do:

You tell me!!

Source Code:

Under GPL v2 License

Special thanks:

(if I forgot someone, please remember me!!)

- [MENTION=4419114]rovo89[/MENTION] for the masterpiece titled Xposed Framework

- [MENTION=4322181]Tungstwenty[/MENTION] for Xposed Framework support

- [MENTION=5453015]Chocklety Boyee[/MENTION] for CM 4.4.2 testings

- [MENTION=5444464]PünchUp[/MENTION] for all support

- [MENTION=3862405]SpaceCaker[/MENTION] for GitHub support

If you like it, press thanks... Simple so!! ;)
[Xposed Framework Modules] serajr:
Thumbs

Pics !!!
[Xposed Framework Modules] qtwrk:
Still WIP?
[Xposed Framework Modules] laurorual:
how do I make notifications to become transparent?
[Xposed Framework Modules] Sandivisi:
Is awesome [emoji41]

Sent from my Moto G using Cyanogenmod 11
[Xposed Framework Modules] PunchUp:
Awesome work as usual bro :good:
[Xposed Framework Modules] scissorscrush:
Simply awesome but you say it will not make the notification transparent. In your screenshot they are.
[Xposed Framework Modules] serajr:
Thank you!!

Screenshots show you Xperia KK default notitications look!!

But I can easily implement something to do it on next version... what about?

Please, post some screenshots if possible! ;)
[Xposed Framework Modules] GoHomeToYourMom:
It doesn't seem to be working on my Moto X. Could be because of other modules though.
[Xposed Framework Modules] PunchUp:
Working great on Xperia S Paranoid Android ROM ;)
[Xposed Framework Modules] PunchUp:
[MENTION=3989065]serajr[/MENTION] the background image moves down a bit. There's a black line on top. Can you fix it?
[Xposed Framework Modules] erik90:
Working great on Samsung Note 3 N9005 with X-Note V15 + Allbacksblack theme!
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kucharskov:
Badly on Xperia SP 4.3 DOESNT WORK :/

But if you want Polish translation - tell me ;)
[Xposed Framework Modules] Bubba Fett:
Working on s4 TW and I really like. Great job for thinking of it and making it happen
[Xposed Framework Modules] ~N.A.W.Y~:
Tested and working great on Note 2 with ARHD v31 rom [emoji106]
[Xposed Framework Modules] imTousey:
hmmm, doesn't seem to be working on my Moto X even after disabling all other modules.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Lazdaa:
Seems to be working flawlessly on my HTC One m7, with the ViperOne rom.

Is there a chance that the notifications will be blurred in the future?
[Xposed Framework Modules] patou75:
I've been waiting this for sooo long ! Thanks a lot !

Guys if you want transparent notification just use xblasttool ;)
[Xposed Framework Modules] zamzameir:
what do you mean by using xblast tools?is there any option for that?

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to the dev.

hex color input in the next update would be owesome :)
[Xposed Framework Modules] alphamale:
I use Wanam under themes settings and all my notifications are transparent
[Xposed Framework Modules] _moelle:
works great on m8 gpe ....would be awesometo take control of the recent bg like another xposed mod do:
[Xposed Framework Modules] Yeti12:
Hey everyone, I don't have a chance to enjoy this mod as my phone is too slow (I believe) and there's no tablet support yet. Therefore, in some spare time I created a concept of what this mod would look like on Android L (in the preview at least) as I'm sure some people are curious.

[IMG="Click for the full size version"]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/47496109/blurrrrsml.png[/IMG]

Well done on the mod!
[Xposed Framework Modules] claytonjn:
I can confirm this fixes the shift issue on my Galaxy S5, everything looks absolutely perfect now. Thanks!
[Xposed Framework Modules] JaganBSlamma:
I seem to be having trouble with the recent update that adds translucency to the notifications. I am able to get it working on SOME of the notifications, but the vast majority just do not change at all. All of my notifications changed correctly when I had XBlast installed (Now uninstalled to prevent a conflict).

Because of my lack of post history I can't post any pictures, but it seems to only be working for Google Music, all the rest stay the dark grey they originally were.