yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Other SmartWatches] sseng587:
agreed with the battery drain. I ended up disabling the google play services using system tuner. If I need to use google play, i just turn it back on.
[Other SmartWatches] SW_Tech:
you first have to get the firmware installed, sadly for my zgpax s8 it doesn't work.
[Other SmartWatches] neil2312:
I also have no success. I have tried on 4 different Windows machines to install the comm and modem driver using the exes supplied. I had only crashes with no proper indication what the reason is...

Is there another chance to flash the new firmware to the device?
[Other SmartWatches] cobraje:
I installed viber but can not run it, its stacked on welcome page?!? Any help?
[Other SmartWatches] SW_Tech:
Is it possible to boot into recovery? I accidentally select in the settings to simulate a second display now my screen has an overlay and i can't touch anything.

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TO ALL THE GUYS WHO STRUGGLE WITH THE INSTALLATION OF THE NEW FIRMWARE AND THE DEVICE IS NOT RECOGNIZED BY YOUR OS:

You have to remove the battery!!! And then follow the usual instructions.
[Other SmartWatches] 5393:
You have answered your own question: Disconnect the battery and flash the device. boot into recovery inpossible. Recovery mode is absent at this device.
[Other SmartWatches] rensenbrink:
Hi,

I am looking for the smallest android phone and I was excited to find this watch phone. But I have read here above that the wristband functions as an antenna. Does this mean that 3g, 2g, gps, wifi and bluetooth will not be useable without the wristband?

Thanks.
[Other SmartWatches] SW_Tech:
I think if you try to detach the wristband the whole watch will not work. I think they took the gps receiver into the wrist because the receiving quality would be much worse if you put everything in the watch case. The rubber band is quite comfortable to use and easy to clean.
[Other SmartWatches] rensenbrink:
Thanks.

I am looking for a small phone to put in my pocket. I thought that a watch phone, without the wristband, is my ultimate solution. But now I see my mistake.

If it's only the GPS than maybe I can buy a sat-nav. But if the whole phone is not working than I guess I have to stick with the usual 4" giants.
[Other SmartWatches] SW_Tech:
Well i don't know if the whole phone does not work if you cut off the connection cable from the wristband to the mainboard. But i think it is not good if you remove something which is usually part of the system.
[Other SmartWatches] rensenbrink:
I thought it's just a wristband. It's a shame no one makes small android phones. Thanks for the help!
[Other SmartWatches] lirona:
Rensenbrink Hi,

Please if you will find small android phone tell me and bring link, I allso look for this.

Thanks and have a nice day,

Arie.
[Other SmartWatches] rensenbrink:
No problem. I've just sent you a privet massage.
[Other SmartWatches] plplplpl:
The Neptune Pine is detachable, for what it's worth.
[Other SmartWatches] 5393:
Neptune Pine have NOT Google Play Market and other services. And pay $400 for this? SORRY! I don`t want
[Other SmartWatches] plplplpl:
I agree. Like I said, for what it's worth...
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Voice search

Can i and how can i activate the google voice search?
[Other SmartWatches] hotboy_92:
Have you enabled Google Now in the Google settings? One of the settings in there is under "voice" to enable "Ok Google" recognition. I *think* it hurts battery life though. I've left Google Now enabled, but disabled the OK Google recognition. I tap on the microphone icon to do a voice search instead. A common problem though is trying to set a reminder using Google Now voice search - it often gets to the "ok, setting reminder" bit and then gives a "Can't reach Google" error message. I may try reinstalling Google. Setting reminders through Google Keep works just fine though.

Another thing to try might be Open Mic+

I do use the Google Now launcher though - I like that I can fit 6 icons to a page plus the persistent 3 icons at the bottom of the screen.

If only I could get lock screen widgets working though! For now I'm using the "home page" purely to display a UCCW widget.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Google now not was installed,but now working. :) Thaks!
[Other SmartWatches] rice103:
unbrick s8.....

Someone help me to unbrick s8....

When i connect with usb on my pc it's connect and disconnect as mtk usb port.

I found the stock rom in this thread (page 15) and with SP Flash Tool i trying to flash but nothing...

I have always "S_DL_GET_DRAM_SETTING_FAIL (5054) Obtain DRAM failed"!!

HELP ME PLEASE!!!
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Try a newer spflashtool.
[Other SmartWatches] rice103:
I tried with new spflashtool and complete new firmware at page 41....

Gone!!!! now it's ok!
[Other SmartWatches] djmysia:
Hello. I have ZGPAX S8 with mail-400MP. Does has anyone firmware with polish language ?:D
[Other SmartWatches] rice103:
Install more locale

you can restore stock firmware and install more locale to get all language!
[Other SmartWatches] rice103:
Prevent fullscreen

Hi everyone,

who know how prevent fullscreen everywhere or prevent in some app?

(I tried with gravitybox and appsetting but without results)
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Camera

Today i disassemble my watch. Here is the camera module. The focal length adjustable,but very difficult on this little module and the position fixed with glue. I hope i can adjust it.
[Other SmartWatches] djmysia:
Problem with GPS

Hello !

I have problem with GPS. I tried change gps.conf app GPS FASTER etc. I have turn on 3G and My Location ( High accuracy). Where is problem ?
[Other SmartWatches] giol:
My friend allow the watch to search for sat signal in a position with a clear all around view of the sky for 30+ minutes. The first time it takes that long.
[Other SmartWatches] David42290:
To have a correct and speed GPS fix, you must unwear the watch and hold it upside down.

The GPS antenna build is not good quality, for example in the omate truesmart it is a ceramic antena, much better:
[Other SmartWatches] hotboy_92:
Bluetooth notifications from iPhone?

Hi, it's a really long shot, but is there any way of getting my iOS 6 iPhone notifications onto my S8? I've jailbroken the iPhone so it sends notifications over bluetooth (MAP I believe) but I can't find an app for my S8 that will listen for these and respond. SWApp link is only for two Android devices, and Mediatek Smartdevice doesn't seem to do what I want (even though I can pair the iPhone with the S8 through this!)

I know I should just get an Android phone etc, but I'm not ready to give up all hope just yet!

TIA

Rob
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Camera of S8

Today i adjust my camera of S8.

Here comes the results:

Before:

After:

Before:

After:

Before:

After:

In good light condition:
[Other SmartWatches] giol:
Janek it is obvious that adjusting the lens causes a snowfall! :)

Joke apart, I admire your perseverance.
[Other SmartWatches] rice103:
Status bar?!?!

How??? I cannot in any way to display the status bar! Please help me
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Here is the solution if your watch rooted.

Install xposed framework,reboot and intall the gravity box xposed module and make it active (reboot).

In gravity box go to visualization settings > desktop mode (extended desktop?) and set immersive status bar.(reboot)

Hold the switch button and in power menu you can see a new Desktop Expanded option. Set it on and if you slide down then the statusbar will be visible.
[Other SmartWatches] Maszter93:
TWRP Recovery

maybe someone want use recovery in this thread, i am not testing it on ZGPAX S8 but it work on UNOVA IRONMAN
[Other SmartWatches] rice103:
Yes, now ok. I had just put the extended desktop mode with the special menu
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Location Based Service

If somebody wants to activate the Location Based Service menu in engineer mode, follow this.

1. Need a rooted phone

2. Download the LocationEM.apk from here.

3. Copy to /system/app

4. Set permission to 644

5. reboot
[Other SmartWatches] bmoshon:
factory reset

I'ts possible to make factory reset in this watch? and how?
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Settings/Personal/Backup & Reset.
[Other SmartWatches] bmoshon:
Thanks.
[Other SmartWatches] bmoshon:
How we can remove the batery and install again?
[Other SmartWatches] Strainer:
I have used the watch for a week now and only recently got a SIM Card for the watch. Everything worked fine at first, Sim-Card was recognized and worked. When I picked the watch up a few hours later, the Network wasn't connected anymore, even though I didn't Change anything. It worked again later so I didn't pay much Attention.

Today, my S8 keeps restarting at random. It just Shows the menu for a short time and randomly shuts down completely. Sim-Card wasn't recognized in the short time either.

Anyone else having similar problems or maybe a possible explanation why this happens?

I have installed the "new" firmware ofc, and so far everything worked perfect, only now I have this Problem.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Have you got IMEI? *#06#
[Other SmartWatches] Strainer:
Yes, and it prints my IMEI number correctly. I'm at work now, so I will further test this in the evening. If nothing else works, I will try a factory reset.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Camera

Today i finished the camera tuning.

Before:

After:

Before:

After:

Closer:
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Maybe the antenna cable soldering broken and no connection.
[Other SmartWatches] hotboy_92:
Camera tweaks look great janek69. Was it easy to do? Can it still take close up pictures of, say, documents and products? Also, is it possible to change the angle of the camera? When capturing videos I have to tilt it down so much to see straight ahead that the video gets flipped!

Cheers

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Anyone else notice that the SDCard1 device (also known as Phone storage) gets filled up by log files from MTKLogger? On mine the device is 1.27Gb and it is now full. I've searched for a solution but everyone says "delete the logs" (done) and stop the MTKLogger using the MTK EngineerMode but when I go to the "Log and Debugging" part of EngineerMode the MTKLogger is greyed out, so I can't change its settings. This means it just carries on writing huge log files until the device fills up again...

Anyone managed to stop it?
[Other SmartWatches] Strainer:
I was able to fix it now, for some reason my Xposed Installer Installation was messed up, a reinstall fixed all the issues I had.

There is really only one thing I would like to further tweak now: Is there any way to adjust the vibration intensity? I find it to be a little lackluster on incoming messages and notifications, but strong enough for calls. Any advice on that would be appreciated.

Greets
[Other SmartWatches] David42290:
Very good job Janek! Pics are more clear now!
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
The camera tweak not easy because it's a small device with a very little camera. I will take some closer shot and upload.
[Other SmartWatches] CrazyMan.Gomel:
Yes, I've also noticed it and fixed this issue..

There are two ways to fix:

1) EASY ONE, but not so rational... Connect watch to your computer as a storage device -> delete directories called mtklog in both of sdcards and create empty files with the same name (mtklog). It's easy trick, but it will not work after you format your sdcard (e.g. after flashing ROM or formatting sdcard)..

2) MORE COMPLEX, and it requires root..but anyway, it's more rational for me... Download MTKLogger.apk from attachments (my version, that i've searched..I think it's more stable) or google for it (I googled for about a week and found only two versions) -> copy it to /system/app/*here* -> change permissions of this apk to 644 (rw-r--r--) -> reboot -> go to engineering mode and now you can see, that mtklogger is accessible and you can configure it.. I suggest stop mtklogger, go to its settings and disable all features and also go to "Debug utils" (also becomes active in engineering mode) and set debug level in this way: engineer mode -> user mode..and you're done, your problem fixed :)

and if you haven't got root and want go second way, you can just install MTKLogger.apk as user app..but it will gone after resetting (factory reset) your watch..

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And I have some questions..I hope that someone can help me..

The first one is: I am using the latest rom now and I want to use ART instead of Dalvik..I know, that i have option in Developer menu..but when I changed it from dalvik to art and reboot - nothing was changed, in developer menu i see dalvik..as if I didn't change it..have anyone faced with this problem or is this just my problem? (I can change it after clean ROM install..but when I start installing software that I need - it suddenly changes to dalvik again)

The second is: What app is the best for configuring CPU (such features as frequency and governor)? I am using antutu cpu master from play store, but I am not so happy with it..

And the third is: Can anybody install viper4android on this watch? I tried many times, read many instructions but nothing helped me in this problem.. It'll be nice to see clear instruction for installing it on our watch.. Nevermind..after flashing twrp and flashable zip with v4a i've got it working..finally :\
[Other SmartWatches] CrazyMan.Gomel:
Finally we got working recovery! I've tried to port one, but without success..but now I am happy ^^
[Other SmartWatches] lirona:
CrazyMan.Gomel Hi,

Please if you can help me and tell me what I need to do to get this working recovery on my ZGPAX S8?

Thanks and have a nice day,

Arie.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
How to flash it? I have PMT changed error with spflash tool.
[Other SmartWatches] CrazyMan.Gomel:
All you need is sp_flashtool and scatter file from firmware you are using now..

Steps to get recovery installed:

1) Run spflashtool and load scatter file from firmware.. as usual

[IMG="SPFlashTool ScatterLoading"]http://c2n.me/3a1rfYG.png[/IMG]

2) press combination Ctrl+Alt+V for entering in advanced mode..

[IMG="SPFlashTool AdvancedMode"]http://c2n.me/3a1rpog.png[/IMG]

3) Go to Window -> WriteMemory (it's menu item or tab in main window)

[IMG="SPFlashTool WriteMemory"]http://c2n.me/3a1rBEc.png[/IMG]

4) Select recovery file in first field and enter your position of recovery in nand into second field

[IMG="SPFlashTool RecoveryInfo"]http://c2n.me/3a1s91b.png[/IMG]

P.S. position of recovery you can get from scatter file:

[IMG="ScatterFile RecoveryPosition"]http://c2n.me/3a1rQcU.png[/IMG]

5) Click "WriteMemory" button, turn off your watch and connect it to your computer

[IMG="SPFlashTool WriteMemory"]http://c2n.me/3a1siTT.png[/IMG]

6) After flash proccess ends just disconnect your watch and turn it back on

To get into recovery:

1) Install adb on your computer and type into console:

adb reboot recovery

[IMG="ADBReboot"]http://c2n.me/3a1sHlA.png[/IMG]

OR

2) Install Xposed and its module gravity box and activate reboot options in power menu..now you can reboot into recovery directly from power menu!

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I used SPFlashTool v5.1436.00..you can download it from attachments.. I can't upload it, sorry..but you can google for it..
[Other SmartWatches] lirona:
Thanks for your help, after this I can flash this file:UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.40 from recovery to get my ZGPAX S8 root?
[Other SmartWatches] CrazyMan.Gomel:
I don't know..I get root by kingoroot (but not with latest version..with latest one I have some problems)..

but I think you can flash supersu zip and get root on your device!
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Thank you very much! The mobile uncle tools also can reboot in recovery mode.
[Other SmartWatches] lirona:
Hi,

I did what you told me and now I can't turn on my watch!

Please help me...

Thanks,

Arie.
[Other SmartWatches] CrazyMan.Gomel:
Did you do all right (select right file, get you recovery position from scatter and type it into the second field (it's different sometimes and 0x2c00000 is my value), disconnect watch after flash, etc.)?

If so..can your computer see your watch when you connect it (play sound "device connected" and so on)? If answer is yes, then you're lucky and all you need is reflash ROM..if no - I am sorry..nobody force you to do this steps..
[Other SmartWatches] lirona:
How I knew which value I need to put?
[Other SmartWatches] CrazyMan.Gomel:
as I wrote earlier - get it from your scatter file..it can be found in ROM that you using (there are two of them, but seems that their scatter are simillar) or (but now it's late to do) can be downloaded directly from watch with mtkdroidtools..
[Other SmartWatches] lirona:
OK, But how can I open this file to see the value?

MT6572_Android_scatter
[Other SmartWatches] CrazyMan.Gomel:
with notepad++ or any other text editor..scatter is simple *.txt file..
[Other SmartWatches] giol:
Happily reporting that i followed CrazyMan.Gomel s guide and TWRP is working. Thank you and also thanks to Kuronosan and Maszter93 !
[Other SmartWatches] frander:
Hi! A few days ago I also received the S8 SmartWatch. I have multiple photos and have also discovered how to root (post number 150).

If you want to see it you can access the following link:

http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=897862&page=6
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
Thanks... Didn't read it... Can't.. Don't know the language.. But followed the link. It's an app for Windows. Kingo.. So that works on the S8?

more people have experienced that.? have to be sure before using it on my brand new watch when I get it :D
[Other SmartWatches] mattjenkins126:
Possible review

Hi

I'd be really interested to know what you think of this watch once you receive it and is possible a short review as there isn't alot of info about it.
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
You better ask photodf ... He had got the watch already and as I see it.. Knows more about this stuff and had already posted some pictures here :thumbup:
[Other SmartWatches] Artur Maj:
Hi scorpioo42,

I have bought the watch from the same company through aliexpress.

I payed for the watch 5 days ago and it has not been sent yet.

How long did you wait for yours.
[Other SmartWatches] simple1i:
zgpax-s8 call quality?

Anyone tried the call quality yet?
[Other SmartWatches] photodf:
A few answers and a short review.

It gets about 8 hours of moderate use. Checking apps, a few downloads over wifi, and some web browsing. I just rooted it, so No-Frills CPU control should increase that. The app reports that the CPU can run at 598MHz, 806MHz, and 1.001GHz.

The Kingo root program worked on mine as well. It took a few reboot cycles to for root to stick while connected on USB. The program itself is in english and self-guided

10 of the days were waiting for it to be processed. They shipped it by air and it arrived the next couple days after that. Originally the number they gave me did not work, but they responded back that processing was very slow even with DHL. Shipping is the fast part.

Design:

The watch phone looks to be on the larger end of watch sizes. Not bad on a dude like me with small wrists. The design has some ergonomic curves and a nice beveled edge on the face. Comfortable when wearing and has comparable weight. This will get other's attention. Some thought it was the new apple watch since I got the black which has a matte finish reminiscent of the "Space Gray" 5s :good:

Radios:

GPS is still a problem on this device. Even after root, location services is still grayed out in engineer mode.

WiFi is just as good as any normal smartphone. Bluetooth syncs well and cellular picks up a good signal but a little less strong than your typical smartphone. The radio antennas are located within the silicone strap. Quad band GSM and monoband 3G (2100MHz).

Call quality:

I tested this function with Skype echo test and seems to work well. The speaker on this watch phone can get pretty loud. I think the mic is a little weak as the voice returned in the call was soft.

Storage:

The usable capacity is 1.2GB on the phone and 7.8 on the SD. The card must be buried under all the electronics since I could not reach it without pulling away a lot of RF tape. The battery is a PGD 463232 rated at 3.7V 470mAh and wired to the phone. I was too afraid to venture further because of how much they crammed into a tight space. Screen is very bright even at the lowest setting.

Capacitive buttons are the reason I picked this over the older models.

Speed: Interface is snappy especially with a fast launcher like smart launcher. The original homescreen is easier to tap on though. Internet and communication apps work at good speed and even games are competent.

Make sure you can handle small font as the screen is only 1.54.

Overall, this is a nice little gadget which is great for staying up to date without pulling your phone from your pocket. You can get at least 7-8 hours out of normal use. I recommend a a stylus if you have big fingers and a portable battery in the case you want to make this your primary phone.

I'm new to the forum, so let me know if I haven't done something correctly.
[Other SmartWatches] mattjenkins126:
Always on Display

Many thanks for your review. Can you tell me is the display always on or is there an option to have it on all of the time by any chance. Many thanks
[Other SmartWatches] photodf:
The display can be kept awake through an option in the developer menu under settings. No promises for battery life on that. I have the display to turn off after 15 sec to maximize battery.
[Other SmartWatches] simple1i:
[MENTION=6093410]photodf[/MENTION] - 8 hrs of moderate use is understandable for a 470 mAh battery but still a little disappointing.

I'm sure its usable if you're not intending to use as your main device. With the tweaks it'll increase it hopefully.
[Other SmartWatches] frander:
"location based services" is disabled in the menu engineering because locationEM.apk, the program that runs the menu of "location based services”, not exist in the Zgpax S8, It is not a root problem. I've downloaded several versions of locationEM.apk file and "location based services" is activated, but the program closes when running.
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
Thanks photodf for your review.. Can't wait to get it.. Going away for a few days makes me sick thinking it gets home when I'm away :D
[Other SmartWatches] frander:
After several attempts I think I've solved the issue of GPS. I have read a very interesting article by XDA called "Network Location Geolocation using wlan and data from Apple or a database of phone gsm cells at /sdcard/.nogapps/cells.db" and I have decided to install the modified file "NetworkLocation-gms apk "in system / priv-app" as well as a database of 50 mb in /sdcard/.nogapps/cells.db

This is the link:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1715375

The result has been satisfactory. First, the test switch YGP adding more satellite lines. And then he has positioned seven satellites in less than a minute, just 3G connected:

View attachment 2978677
[Other SmartWatches] simple1i:
Slightly unrelated...

After you've got the GPS issue fixed, this might help to lock your GPS faster.

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oU67XHD0kj4 - for your watch and phones.
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
Can you provide the apk as well as the database for me /us so we can use it too?

Or is there a chance my S8 will have a "better" gps signal and thus doesn't need to be fixed. So I'll have to wait and see when I have it.
[Other SmartWatches] victimize:
ZGPAX S8 Unboxing

Just bought the zgpax s8 from dx.com, estimating I'll have it in about a month. FULL Review and will be posted once I get it...someone has to do it.

I will also review and confirm specs as there seems to be some misinformation in that area.

w00t!