yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Other SmartWatches] giol:
inside photos

Some pictures from the LCD screen of the watch. After removing the 2 black screws that keep the mobo, i just pulled (gently) the motherboard and it separated from the lcd.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3EI2JNLcQMxTlBlY29UalAyUHc/view?usp=sharing

[IMG="s8 lcd 1"]https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3EI2JNLcQMxTlBlY29UalAyUHc/view?usp=sharing[/IMG]

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3EI2JNLcQMxMTBsYXVtN2dZeG8/view?usp=sharing

[IMG="s8 lcd 2"]https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3EI2JNLcQMxMTBsYXVtN2dZeG8/view?usp=sharing[/IMG]
[Other SmartWatches] comptronics291:
zgpax s8 smart watch bluetooth

is there any app that can make this watch bt sync compatible with a samsung galaxy s5
[Other SmartWatches] Not amused:
Mean problems with ZGPAX S8

-GPS function is terrible, no solution yet, location egineer mode, epo, epo(download) button is gray

-Google play services error, no solution yet

-Many programs don't scroll, no menu buttoms, no scroll bars, for example superuser is unusable

-Camera pictures not sharp

-Can not use head phones

-To let recognize by PC isn't easy

-OTG!!

-No fm radio

-No SD micro memory card slot

-I have not found out how to change watch faces from other providers

-No factory service and updates
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
- GPS work fine with a right configured gps.conf file -EPO work fine, Location engineer mode also work. (read this thresd)

-Google play services fork fine with last firmware. (read this thread)

-Superuser and all work fine. First set the font to small. second install xposed framework and appsettings and you can set the dpi/program. (read this thread)

-Camera Awful and now zgpax stop the lie they modified the s8 specification, camera 2Mpx. Shame!!!

-Only the BT headset usable.

- I have no problem with pc connection.

-OTG this is not problem for me,this is a watch

-It have Micro SD slot,but you need to disassemble the watch.

-ZGPAX not a customer friendly brand.
[Other SmartWatches] breu79:
Hello, I would like to know the steps and if possible with pictures of how to adjust the camera to look as good. I have the smartwatch since December and I have the firmware that ye have in the thread and rooted, and do you know if a lot of battery saving with Google Play Services disabled?
[Other SmartWatches] mutantx:
yes this watch use,s the same battery as the S5 watch ordered a few from some one in ebay, you need to get 500ma 3.7 volt version,s NOT the extended power versions since they are too big and won,t fit in the watch. so standard zgpax S5 watch battery part munber PGD 463232

I take no credit for this some one else has mentioned this in thread thank you for that .cost in Uk about 7 pounds each .

While I am on the subject of hard ware I CAN confirm that there is micro SD card in the watch hidden behind the 3 Cables one being the usb Cable easy to get past just undo the 2 screws that retain the usb plug ,then VERY gentally pry the 2 other cables way from board they are plugged into ,you can use your finger nail to do this or smal jewlers screw driver (I DISCONECTED THE POWER LEAD FROM BATTERY FIRST ) the cables just press into place ,just take time and be gental,once the three cables are out of the way ,this were I got bit stuck,, you Need to Slide the Micro SD card Cage to the open position then micro sd card just pops out I replaced mine with 32gig it working fine :)

Any body having any luck with tablet talk cannot get it to see or connect to watch ,is there any other apps that do the same thing ???

Rooted

32gig

err about install recovery image

cannot get it work with uk 3 network in uk see's sim card but no voice cannot dail out ,,is it me ?

imei is fine
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
The camera adjust not an easy thing.

First you need to know the camera resolution only 2 Mpixel,you can see on ZGPAX webpage.

I made a tool which can hold the watch and the disassembled camera in a fix position and can adjust the focus.

You can see the tool. If you still want to do this,then i willl share more fotos.
[Other SmartWatches] tmacdon:
Camera Resolution

Please Janek69, let us see the pictures and further instructions... Your work effort showed some surprising differences!
[Other SmartWatches] acidlore:
Netflix

Netflix looks great for 10 seconds and then video freezes but audio keeps working. Anyone have this issue or know a fix?

---------- Post added at 07:41 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:20 PM ----------

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2101525

Installed the xposed netflix workaround. This fix the issue! :)
[Other SmartWatches] breu79:
Thanks for the very quick response, and the truth is that if I would like to adjust the photo camera, even if you build useful. Besides, you do it in the camera settings?
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Well! We have 2 problem with camera. 1. Not 5 Mpixel but can't do anything. 2. The focus of the camera not adjusted properly by manufacturer or it's a selfie camera and the focus adjusted properly to ~30cm. We need to adjust the focus to about 75cm hyperfocal length. We have luck because the optic adjustable with turn of the optical unit. The problem: It's very little. The camera outter size 6.5x6.5mm. You can see in picture.

No need to make a tool if you can turn the very little optic with something.

1. IP webcam software needed because in 1,5" display you cannot see the right results. Connect via pc or a laptop.

2. Need a focus alignment chart. (google) and print it.

3. Disassemble the camera and remove the glue which fixes the optic with a pin.

4. Put the printed focus alignment chart to 75cm from camera.

5. Turn the optic to left or right and take a shot with ip webcam on PC and check the results and again and again and again .... :D

6. I fixed the lens after adjust with silicon.

That's all.

If you are lucky then you can see better picture like this.:
[Other SmartWatches] koehn19:
Did You have to delete all of the Google services related apk files under system folder to make that work?
[Other SmartWatches] breu79:
Janek69 Thanks for the information, I hope this weekend can get to it and as I commented.

Besides, I have little problem in engineering mode the option of location based services I have not checked, you know like I can activate?
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
You can find in an earlier post the locationEM.apk and copy it to /system/app and it will be active. Ofcourse you need root rights on your watch.
[Other SmartWatches] kyone2000:
Has anyone enabled the unlock feature of pattern or pin or password ?

I am expecting my watch any day now. How can I tell what firmware version is currently installed ? And is version 12.3 the latest ?
[Other SmartWatches] tom572:
Hello. I'm from Poland. Can u help me root my zgpax s8? My english is terrible and i canot understant everything here.
[Other SmartWatches] djmysia:
1. Install new rom in your smartwatch

2. Install kingo android root

3. Install drivers adb

4. Run kingo and select again root

Links you will find this thread :)
[Other SmartWatches] kyone2000:
Ive received my watch today.

I want to upgrade to latest firmware.

This is what I am doing :

1. WatchPhone is turned off and disconnected from PC

2. Install both 'com' port and 'modem' usb drivers on my Windows 7 64 bit computer - Installs correctly

3. Run the program FlashTool and select scatter-file

4. press Download "button" Software says searching...

4. Plug the smartwatche (while still turned off) into a USB port on my computer .

The software comes up with an error saying Fail to open com port 4.

What am I doing wrong ?
[Other SmartWatches] djmysia:
When you conected your smartwatch press 3 or 4 times shortly power on. You can try other port USB or replace cable micro USB.
[Other SmartWatches] kyone2000:
Will pressing it 3 or 4 times make any difference if there is an error message saying error on com port ?

I press download.. I then plug in my watch (turned off) into the USB port. Right at that point i get fail to open com port and about one second later i see the comport pop up in the device manager then disappear. Its like the flash tool is timing out too quickly looking for the com port.
[Other SmartWatches] piechucki:
Notification Bar disappeared

Fixed disappearing notification bar someone at another lancher (for me - Apex)? I have exactly the same problem as friend "orcan" - http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=57222632&postcount=316

I found, thanks Janek http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=57308020&postcount=350
[Other SmartWatches] djmysia:
Maybe you have ticked in settings system "quick boot or boot fast" ( I don't remember name)? You have to untick.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
I wrote the solution and you can find it in this thread.
[Other SmartWatches] piechucki:
And it can do in the first post of this thread summary of these solutions? Thread is already quite extensive, and many new users looking, looking, looking ...
[Other SmartWatches] muffinimal:
Thank you all for the wealth of information in this thread. I received my S8 today :D Now I just need to wait for the SIM to arrive to unleash the full power of my wrist! :rolleyes:

Can anyone tell me how I can find out whether I need to update or not? Google play works, so I am rather happy with the watch currently. I purchased my watch second hand. I am not sure the new firmware is already on there and I don't want to risk (temp)bricking the watch.

If I can find some time tonight I'll play around to get the watch to display some other watchfaces; I haven't seen a lot about that in this thread. I might get back on that...

Thanks in advance!
[Other SmartWatches] pir8man:
I have been thinking about trying a smart watch for a month or so. I didn't want to dump a ton of cash on something I may not want/use once I tried it out... I was looking at the U8 Pro but wasn't totally happy about the proprietary OS it runs. In my search for low-cost smart watches, I found this thread with some good reviews/tips/etc.

When I found the ZGPAX S8 for under $50, I jumped on it. I have to wait a couple weeks for it to arrive from China. But I think this is a great model & price to try out the smart watch technology.

I would have posted the link to the vendor, but he sold out already. (not surprising at that price).
[Other SmartWatches] kyone2000:
I received mine yesterday, new, and it also is able to syn my phone contacts with my gmail account. Maybe it already has the latest firmware ? When I look at versions there are dates that are Aug last year so I assume it is not the latest version. I will have a more in depth look around when I get the chance.
[Other SmartWatches] tom572:
It's not work :(
[Other SmartWatches] giol:
Are u sure its not a scam.? There are a few fakes in aliex that sell for 50-60 $. They say s8 on the title but the picture and the specs are different.
[Other SmartWatches] plplplpl:
Yes, be careful. I got scammed there a couple of times, and the so-called Buyer Protection drags on for several months and in the end doesn't protect you.
[Other SmartWatches] muffinimal:
Ah, cheers. The same applies to me as well. I agree, August doesnt quite sound like the latest firmware. I will try to install the new firmware this evening.

Edit: just flashed to the new firmware.

About phone, before:

Android version	4.4.2

Baseband verison	MOLY.WR8.W1315.MD.WG.MP.V4, 2013/08/14 18:16

Kernel version	3.4.67

Build number	S8 S8 ALPS.KK1.Mp7.V1.5 1413014088

About phone, after

Android version	4.4.2

Baseband verison MOLY.WR8.W1315.MD.WG.MP.V4, 2013/08/14 18:16

Kernel-version	3.4.67

Build number	S8 S8 ALPS.KK1.Mp7.V1.5 1417513043

So, don't look at the date (It's 2013, btw!), but at the build number.
[Other SmartWatches] mutantx:
Has any body worked out how to disable the Lock screen?

Has any body worked out how to disable the Lock screen?

I knowticed that some one had figered it out on the s5 ,not the same for our watch just that rather have the watch on a launcher ,rather than flip in to the lock screen first .

*** just for guidence

Watch got stuck night before last so needed reflash ,

in the process of re-flashing ,this might seem a bit obvious ,but might help people .

When you go re-flash /update firmware yes the watch needs to be off ,then re-plugin then the driver should get reconised sptools should check the watch the ,watch seems to send back a anowledge signal then (starts off red then goes purple in the bar then goes yellow with a percentige as it flash's firmware to watch ) ,

Thing is you DO need enough power in the intrenal battery on the watch for the firmware to be flashed, I tried few times with not much power in the battery ,,it got so far then lost coms with the watch .

I Know this might sound obvious ,but it might help some one
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Settings > personal > security > screen lock > (select) none

On S8 it's easier then s5 no need to freeze the lock apk.
[Other SmartWatches] gtakacs:
Well I just got my S8 today and it has an even newer firmware on it:

Android version	4.4.2

Baseband verison MOLY.WR8.W1315.MD.WG.MP.V4, 2013/08/14 18:16

Kernel-version	3.4.67

Build number	S8 S8 ALPS.KK1.MP7.V1.5 1418886436

---------- Post added at 03:12 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:21 PM ----------

On a totally unrelated note, what kind of data bandwidth can I expect from this thing? I'm on T-mobile USA and based on the speed test I'm getting between 40kbit/sec - 150 kbit/sec which is rather abysmal. Is there anything that can be done to improve this? In my opinion these values are unacceptable and I can't see how anyone can be happy with this device...
[Other SmartWatches] kyone2000:
That is odd. I have not updated my firmware but mine is already the same as yours.

And so it should be, the manufacturer should be flashing these watches even if they are at the distributors. It should not be up to the purchaser to get Google Play working etc.

The only issue I have to date is the Auto Time ON does not work. The OFF works ok.

---------- Post added at 10:33 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:44 PM ----------

I linked up my phone to my computer via BlueTooth and was using the internet to read the news. It worked really well. I have 3G on Optus in Australia. Where I am I only have one bar signal strength. Let me know how I can measure the speed (I assume with downloading something) and I will test it for you.
[Other SmartWatches] gtakacs:
I just used speedtest.net app from the appstore. When I connect via wifi I get 25 Mbit/sec. However the reason I got the watch in the first place to have a wearable device that can provide me with internet access anywhere as well as an emergency phone when I don't want to carry my phone around.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Can you make a full backup from your ROM with mtktools?
[Other SmartWatches] rtcpost:
Where to download the firmware from?

I'm very new to Android, can you please help (link) to download the latest firmware and install it?

I've also just received the watch, and it has the old build 1413014088.
[Other SmartWatches] gtakacs:
I did, however I can't post links yet... h__ps://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/36714219/S8_1418886436.rar
[Other SmartWatches] s7yler:
I made a full readback backup of my watch, but after the readback was done with SP Flash Tool (green checkmark), I now can't turn on the watch, it's just like dead when I press the powerbutton. is there a way to reset it? (does it has a reset hole?) or do you think I need to cut the power to the battery? Seems that the battery inside is soldered.

EDIT: nevermind, I soldered the battery off and on again, and now it boots and works fine again.

Here is a normal clean backup:

Build number: 1417513043

http://www.needrom.com/download/zgpax-s8/
[Other SmartWatches] pir8man:
i guess it was a scam. but ebay did a full refund. so no worries there. back to shopping...
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Thank you! I sent a PM for you.
[Other SmartWatches] plplplpl:
Edit: Sorry, erroneous post.
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
USB connector

Think my usb broke off.

Can't charge the watch anymore and no connection with PC either.

Time to open it up and take a look ,

Micro-usb is broken.

Looking for a new micro-usb connecting I can buy to replace it.

Anyone know where to buy?
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
WARNING!!!

The new firmware S8_1418886436.rar not working properly on older models. I think the newer models contain a newer camera module with other driver.

If you flash the new ROM then cannot use the camera.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
The USB connector not an active element,only a pcb+USB connector + a ribbon cable with connector.

I think broke the solder between the connector and PCB. If i right then it possible to repair.

Try this seller Link. A russian guy bought strap for S8 from this seller.
[Other SmartWatches] giol:
Did you see any other differences? Same apps?
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
No difference, i think just only the camera drivers.
[Other SmartWatches] tmacdon:
re: Did you see any other differences? Same apps?

Actually I ran into stability problems with some of the programs I had loaded... Flashed JaneK's rom and all ok after loading everything, with the exception of the watch no longer displays... Any idea as to what I should look for to get the watch back to normal???:eek:
[Other SmartWatches] dev131:
Hoping for some help with drivers for this watch trying to update my firmware

Using xp pro laptop

drivers install for correct os

Hit volume button 4 times after connecting while watch is turned off

Red bar appears

New hardware found wizard

Manually pick location and says either no new driver found or nothing newer can be found

Com 7 at bottom of sptools

This makes the watch seem totally dead and If I give it 7 hours it will come on again at 1 percent battery

Yes I know I could unsolder the battery

Anyhow it seems that the Com port driver is installed correctly but not the modemport driver how do I fix this
[Other SmartWatches] sseng587:
just glue it, that's what i did and it happen to work. Once you screw the back case, you probably need to wiggle the usb a bit to get the charge to start.
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
Did glue it... But contacts were already broken off.. Now there is glue on it too :( really need a new connector incl flat cable and mobo connector

Maybe someone has a broken zgpax s8 and is willing to sell/send me this item? Know it's only a cheap item but cannot do without :cool:
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
I don't see perfectly in picture the solder points but i think it's repairable with a good soldering iron.
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
I can't see them real good either, not even under the microscope.

I contacted the seller , hoping he has the part.

Will try to solder offcourse bu didn't succeed in previous attempts

can anyone make a detail photo of his/her connector?

Trying to find out with of the points on the usb is realy connected tot the cable, seems only 4 of them are?
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
You can find some high resolution pictures from hardware here.
[Other SmartWatches] pablolorentebelmonte:
Mine is broken alike. I left in a store to weld.
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
What store is that may I ask? Can't think of any store here that can do that.. Would be great. Will go and search here too.
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
In a good cell phone or electronical service it's not a big problem.
[Other SmartWatches] s7yler:
Here is my FULL IN-DEPTH review of the ZGPAX S8 (this version is from 2015, and with the newest firmware)

[YOUTUBE]C51NknpQ6Uc[/YOUTUBE]

More info and Camera Samples on my blog http://s7yler.blogspot.com/2015/02/zgpax-s8-mega-review-best-android-smart.html
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Picture of new S8 camera

I saw some picture with newest S8 camera and i say it's better. Normal 1600x1200 resolution not the crazy 1728x1728 and better picture quality.
[Other SmartWatches] s7yler:
Actually the original pictures are on mine 2208x2208 pixels, that's a strange size.

You find some samples on my blog http://s7yler.blogspot.de/2015/02/zgpax-s8-mega-review-best-android-smart.html
[Other SmartWatches] janek69:
Thank you! The new camera better then old.

I saw your firmware on needrom,but i think it's not the latest firmware, got newer,maybe you have got an old but good camera.

Your and my Build date UTC : 20141202-093723 the latest: 20141218-150716

You can find it here many thanks for gtakacs.

Our camera not working with this ROM.
[Other SmartWatches] piechucki:
Does anyone know how to disable auto-rotation of the screen? In the settings have not found such an option.
[Other SmartWatches] giol:
Install app settings from xposed installer, open it, select the app from the list, select orientation.
[Other SmartWatches] tmacdon:
Watch no longer displays...

:silly:

The watch no longer displayed because dummy me had turned off the lock screen in "Security"... Some day I might even wake up and be smarter than I was the day before???

Janek69 - There were 2 "Chinese programs that installed with that rom you posted - I deleted them, were they anything of importance?
[Other SmartWatches] hotboy_92:
False taps

Hi, sorry to ask this again, but I need to know if it is a common issue before I return my S8. Since new, if I use the S8 for a little while the screen suddenly gets lots of false presses. I can see them as I have turned on the visible touch dot thing. It goes mad, opening apps and clicking all over the place. At a push I'd say it might be when the CPU gets a little warm, but I can't be 100% sure of that. BTW I've not taken it apart or anything like that. Also it was like this from stock.

So, does anyone else get these fake presses on the screen, or is mine faulty? It's starting to drive me crazy.

Thanks.
[Other SmartWatches] muffinimal:
I can't say I am experiencing the issues you are describing here. My guess is that your watch, indeed, is faulty :'(
[Other SmartWatches] hotboy_92:
Cheers dude, useful to know. Anyone else able to say whether or not theirs does this?
[Other SmartWatches] pablolorentebelmonte:
No.
[Other SmartWatches] tmacdon:
Kingo Root - SuperSU

SuperSU 2.02 installed by Kingo Root won't allow updates - Has anyone been able to resolve this? :eek:
[Other SmartWatches] rtcpost:
Can you please share how you got Root on this phone?

I'm really struggling with it.
[Other SmartWatches] piechucki:
I do not know if it's possible, but if someone could prepare this ROM, https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/36714219/S8_1418886436.rar but with pre-loaded root user? I tried on all possible ways, but Kingo Root does not work :(
[Other SmartWatches] mutantx:
Well just trying to help here ladies Gentalmen ,,there is a alternative to to kingo root and again I will not take credit for this ,some one else in this thread that mentioned this .

" Root Genius" free AND after installing this ,it DID allow me to upgrade to super su Pro ( I bought the the super su pro version ,it DID allow me to update the binary, I am sure it works for free version too)

While I am chatting yes I will keep it short, so we can confirm that using TWRP recovery ,image installed at a address dictacted in the scatter file does work ?? just that it is the next step for me .

Then will do a nand backup . :) always useful .
[Other SmartWatches] tmacdon:
Root Genius

I thank you Sir - That did the trick!!!:)
[Other SmartWatches] scorpioo42:
Broken micro usb connector

Contacted Cun Ling 4 days ago with my problem of the broken usb connector (still broken) .

Got a reply saying I should wait a day and they would come back to me on it.

waiting for days now and still no answer.

To be continued :eek:
[Other SmartWatches] xstarbuckx:
Well decided to get this watch now I'm just torn between the silver or black