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[General Questions and Answers] Pavanakumar:
Hi all,

I am new to develop apps, i need to develop an app which involves a biometric (finger scanner) input which authenticates and enables nfc ( near field communication) for data exchange. Need guidence for what to search and make an R&D to develop such app. Which includes

1. How to get finger print store and retrive.

2. How to make nfc authentication.

Thank you in advance,
[Wear OS Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 316894:
Hi all, serial lurker here, so this is my first post.

I have 2 questions and both can be general or device specific.

Firstly, I own an LG G Watch R, which I generally only wear when I leave the house. So normally I will turn it on as I leave for work in the morning and then power it off when I return home. I manage to drag a good few days out of one full charge this way.

Do you power off your Android Wear device on a night time?

My second question is regarding the process of turning off the device. Previous to the Wear 5.1.1 update I would simply press and hold the crown button for the settings menu to appear then scroll down to power off. Now since the update and the inclusion of a launcher, the crown button's function has changed.

How do you guys power off, is there a quick way?

A simple wear app could probably make the process much easier. Add the app to the top of the list in your launcher, click app, click shut down? Does such an app exist?
[Wear OS Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bBigBrO:
Just press and hold the crown, go to the "Settings" app, scroll all down, and you should see "Power Off" and "Restart" above "Informations"

Hit thanks if it helped!
[Wear OS Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bBigBrO:
Yes, i power it off during night. Like phone. Everyone should do so (BATTERY!!)

Next, did my previous post help?

Sent from my Sony SmartWatch 3
[Wear OS Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] haywire1:
helped me thanks
[Wear OS Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lekofraggle:
You can also swipe from the top and then swipe left to get to settings.
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] davidlaugor:
Sorry mates,

Where can i buy this phone? ine any chinese website or indian? Will it work fine in spain?

Thanks.
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tbalden:
i could only find it on eBay. But be aware that customs and VAT handling is coming on top of the price of eBay seller at your customs service.

In the end it's quite expensive with VAT of EU.

and yes it should work fine in Spain, I'm using it in EU too, Hungary. LTE and 3G works fine. (Read eBay sellers' description).

But most sellers are selling from China, the Chinese phone with ChinaSense so a couple of weird chinese things you'll meet. So if you can find an Indian or Taiwanese seller maybe better go with that to have normal Sense with Google apps not chinese stuff.

I'm not sure what softwares the UAE model is coming. Maybe you can buy from UAE too.
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ps000000:
Many Asian country sell only M9+ (not M9).:laugh:
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tbalden:
Yeah, it's a decent phone from many perspectives, and if you put aside the performance benchmark and design differences it's seems like a reasonable step. If I saw both in same shop I'd wonder why go with the non plus if I weren't tech savvy. But still being tech savvy,I am glad that I waited for m9+ :) I was looking for the fingerprint sensor and the duo camera and the plus .2" qhd
[One (M9) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] davidlaugor:
http://m.ebay.com/itm/381459232219?_mwBanner=1

And this one?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
I've seen images of this strap adapter show up several times on various Sony sites (see attached picture), but I have never heard of anyone actually owning it.

Does anyone own the watch holder/strap adapter shown in the attached image?

If so, does it have pins that can be unscrewed to allow the user to use whatever strap they want?

Does anyone know anywhere this thing can be purchased (alone, without the watch)?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Ironic6925:
With this adapter you can indeed use any band you want. Sony should start selling these any moment now. I don't what is keeping them so long!
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
How do you know these things? Is this speculation on your part, or can you point to a source for your info?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Ironic6925:
Being able to use the band you want is the meaning of this adapter so no surprise there.

The adapter was announced in the beginning of this year next to the "steel" version of the smartwatch 3 which just entered in stores here in The Netherlands. Because I really want the adapter (as it makes the watch more classy imo) I phoned with Sony and they promised me that the waiting is almost over. No specific dates but very soon...
[Sony Smartwatch 3] speedyg0nz:
Sony has been selling the watch

bundled with

the holder and leather strap for the past week or so in several European countries. It's a matter of time before they release the holder/strap as a standalone accessory.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
I'm honestly quite worried that Sony will retire this watch before they manage to release this :(
[Sony Smartwatch 3] supac:
They'll release it soon.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] TheeDesecrator:
I've been hearing this since January/February. Care to explain how you know this?

And to OP: Sony UK is selling all versions of the Smartwatch 3 now. Steel band, adapter with 2 colors of leather, and multiple colors of the same band we've had all along. Sadly, only with the full watch, not the individual bands.

I have no doubts supac is correct (though, want more info). Sony has stated since February, at the least, that the bands will be available "early spring." The timeline was wrong, but they are coming, I hope, soon. Unless the Smartwatch 3 is going to end up like the Vita, only supported elsewhere, and to a small degree.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] supac:
Xperia media replied to my query in twitter, they said that they were aiming for 2nd or 3rd week of May.....kinda late but hey
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
They told you this at the end of the 4th week in May?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
Maybe they're not planning on selling the universal strap adapter standalone.

That would suck for those of us who already own the watch :(
[Sony Smartwatch 3] senectus:
they've previously stated they will be... officially
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Sean09:
I wonder what's taking them so long to release this.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
Pure speculation:

The watch hasn't sold well enough for Sony to justify spending the resources needed to release this.

and/or

Sony has decided to spend the resources instead on the Smartwatch 4.

or

Sony has decided to exit the smartwatch market.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] rob_h:
or

Sony are incompetent. This is the one I'm going for. They can show off a product, sell a watch with a steel band but not the band by itself and the white band has been for sale on their website for a while but no sign of the lime green one? Sonys products are great but the marketing and supply chain is terrible.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
Yeah, good one. Let's add another option (however unlikely) just for fun: They're malicious; They released the rendering of the adapter to generate interest for their watch with no intention of ever releasing the accessory!
[Sony Smartwatch 3] rob_h:
So you think they couldn't possibly be incompetent?

To quote yourself:

Pure speculation:

The watch hasn't sold well enough for Sony to justify spending the resources needed to release this.

and/or

Sony has decided to spend the resources instead on the Smartwatch 4.

or

Sony has decided to exit the smartwatch market.

If any of these are true then they are intentionally lying by still insisting the adaptor will be available which is malicious. Personally I can't see this which means incompetence is more likely due to the fact that this small piece of plastic is not difficult to make or distribute yet they blow through published release dates regularly.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] l3iggs:
[MENTION=436986]rob_h[/MENTION]

I think you mistook my post for being sarcastic. Sorry about that. None of it was sarcastic.

I honestly agree with you that it's very likely they've been unable to release this because of their incompetence. I also honestly think there's a chance (however small) that they're being malicious/disingenuous here by releasing that rendering of the strap adapter with little or no intention of actually selling it one day.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] rob_h:
I may have got the wrong end of the stick....(it has been known...) :)

I think we are probably thinking similar things :highfive: :D

The whole thing will make me think about Sony products next time I swap my phone, watch or tablet all of which are Sony at the moment.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] DJ ZeLee:
Excelent

Looks great where to buy? :D
[Sony Smartwatch 3] manu68fr:
hi,

I asked on twitter but no answer from sony xperia.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] speedyg0nz:
Since there are people who bought the watch with holder kit, would it be possible to get them to 3D scan the holder kit and print it out? The button mechanism may be slightly complicated to reproduce but I'm willing to forgo the button functionality for a holder kit at this point.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Rosch89:
I just managed to get one from eBay and yes it's just the holder without the core unit. 3 more available from a seller named 'plaio_net'. Or just search for SWR510. It's already shipped too. Now just playing the waiting game till it gets to me down under. FYI he also has the metal ones, although they are bloody pricy. You're welcome :P
[Sony Smartwatch 3] flowjob:
Just received my adapter. I can confirm that the core fits perfectly. Now the only thing I need is a nice looking leather strap.

Shipping was really fast, within one week oversea. True, the metal strap is pricy, but it looks fantastic and is quite valuable.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] bossman137:
53 dollars!! you kidding me, sheesh. Well I'm glad it was as expected at least enjoy my friend!
[Sony Smartwatch 3] 3vilArt_:
Can you post a pic that shows the universal adapter in action ? + can we take a G-shock strap and apply to this adapter ? planning to buy it though .
[Sony Smartwatch 3] flowjob:
Unfortunately I'm still waiting for my leather band. You have to look for 24mm straps.

The adapter looks a little bit clunky like the G-Shock does, so it should match when it comes to look and feel.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Djinn Moto:
Do you have a hint that where the guy gets the adapter to sell on Ebay? I saw him selling them on Ebay but the price is a step back for me, it cost 1/3 of the whole watch itself.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Joachim Winter:
I just ordered the adapter from ebay and it was only £45, cheaper in fact than the stainless tell band I bought from Sony for £55 I think!!!!!!!!!
[Sony Smartwatch 3] senectus:
I still can't find it... Does the seller have any more?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] flowjob:
I really have no idea. Both the metal strap and the universal holder don't come in sony boxing, seem to be original spare parts.

However the look-and-feel is good and valuable (especially when it comes to the metal strap).
[Sony Smartwatch 3] EndoSurf:
Found this: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Universa...WR510-SWR50-/291547454472?hash=item43e1951c08
[Sony Smartwatch 3] rob_h:
I bought one on eBay and have just put a leather NATO strap on it. The holder was expensive, about £40 but the strap was only £10 and I have ordered a nylon strap as well.

To charge the watch when you have a NATO strap on you have to remove the strap from one side of the holder which is a bit of a pain but only takes a few seconds.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] rob_h:
Just received my orange NATO strap today.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Divine_Madcat:
Hmmm... the Nato strap might be a nice solution to help with the GPS grounding issue..

If only the $.50 holder didn't cost $50..... ugh...
[Sony Smartwatch 3] CommanderROR:
I talked to the guy who sells the adaptor on ebay, and he said that Sony makes it incredibly hard to get those items. He gets them through a distributor, and they keep on raising their prices, also, they only come in trickles, not large numbers. It's really silly that Sony doesn't properly market and sell these accessories, but I guess somebody there thinks this is a good idea...
[Sony Smartwatch 3] markatmgpc:
This person has some more realistically priced for sale - EBAY

Sony don't have a clue what you're going on about as this conversation shows -

You have now been connected to an agent.

Scott: Hi Mark, thank you for contacting Sony Xperia UK Chat Support. My name is Scott, please could I take your full name and email address?

Mark xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Scott: Thank you for providing me with this information, Please could you confirm which model of phone you have and which network it is on?

Mark : I'm looking for a strap adapter for a smartwatch 3, was given this contact method to try and find where I might get one

Scott: I am sorry Mark but we would not be able to advise as it would be third party.

Mark : it is a product made by sony and included in some retail versions

Scott: Okay but again we have no information about a universal strap as it would be third party.

Mark : it is not the strap, it is the adapter that is made by your company,

Scott: Okay but we do not sell universal ones so it would be third party.

Scott: Please be aware that this chat will disconnect within 5 minutes if we do not hear from you.

Mark : you do not seem to understand the thing I am trying to source. The SmartWatch 3 unit will fit into any of the different coloured straps that SONY supply, they also do a metal strap and a universal adapter. All made by SONY, could you give me a link to an accessory list for the SmartWatch 3? It is the black thing shown in this forum post - http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62602551&postcount=33

Scott: I know what you are referring to Mark but we do not sell one, if you buy different colored straps they fit around the device itself there is no universal fitting we are aware as I said they are third party these fittings.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] senectus:
Holy crap.

The guy wants to charge me 25 euro to ship that tiny piece of plastic to Australia
[Sony Smartwatch 3] HL Design:
Hey guys

I got tired of figuring out where to get a holder so I modeled one myself. I have since sold my watch but as there seemed to be quite a bit of interest in the design I have uploaded it to Shapeways where anyone can buy one for quite a bit less than the official Sony unit. The model is listed in beta mode as there still may be some minor tweaks which I will amend once I get some feedback from the early purchases.

http://www.shapeways.com/product/DP...adapter?li=search-results-1&optionId=57778263

First round pictures can be seen in the below link:

http://xdaforums.com/smartwatch-3/accessories/3d-printed-holder-standard-watch-straps-t2939420/page7
[Sony Smartwatch 3] philofbuck:
Confirmation From Sony Xperia

I emailed Sony Xperia about the release dates of the universal holder/adapter and received this reply

'Thank you for contacting the Sony Xperia support centre.

Thank you for confirming information in relation to the 'Holder kit' and Stainless steel strap.

In relation to the web page you have provided it regrets us to inform you that this is not an official Sony Mobile device. The webpage in question has been set up by an independent blogger who is not hired or employed by Sony Xperia.

Having checked through the confirmed accessories for Sony Xperia this 'holder kit' does not seem to be one of our design. Therefore this is not a product which we have manufactured or at this point support.

Any of our official products and release information can be found directly on our website, yet if the word blog features in the URL this can often mean the pages information can be false.'

Apparently this is a 3rd party website and not affiliated with Sony in any way.

On a side note I have ordered one of the kits mentioned throughout this thread from Ebay and it arrived within 2 weeks shipped from Germany. First impressions are good, it came with 2 metal spring pins to allow interchangeable straps, I am now awaiting delivery of a 24mm steel band and a 24mm leather strap to see how it fairs.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] n-squall:
Looks good but I have one question. The final design is gonna have the right button to turn on the device?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] HL Design:
Hi

Currently it does not have the side button however the design of the housing so far has allowed for you to squeeze the side to press the side button.

The main issue with trying to do that with 3D printing is that side is already very thin. If I want to put a button in the surround may need to get thicker than it currently is to accommodate it. Will think on that.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] n-squall:
Perfect. If we can use it pressing on the side then no problem.

Thank you!
[Sony Smartwatch 3] loorenz:
Hi guys where can I buy the brown or black leather strap?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] tigerfire25:
Just waiting for the design to be updated so I buy it, please quote me or something when you update the design, btw, thanks alot for the nice work.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Joachim Winter:
This adaptor appears to be available from Sony's online store if anyone still needs one :)

http://eshop.sonymobile.com/gb/buy/ok-smartband-wrist-strap-swr510
[Sony Smartwatch 3] speedyg0nz:
And Sony releases this after the 3D printed holder becomes available. Suddenly Smartwatch 3 owners are spoiled for choice.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] davis620:
Just bought one on Shapeways. Used code T45TN for free ground USPS shipping. Looking forward to receipt next week.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] TracerBullitt:
Only for UK unfortunately...
[Sony Smartwatch 3] speedyg0nz:
Actually it's available throughout Europe but yeah, the Americas and Asia are kept waiting again. Hopefully eBay prices will come down since they are readily available in some parts of the world.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Harboe:
Not in Denmark. :(
[Sony Smartwatch 3] cool-jet:
I ordered one of the leather straps from Sony and thought I'll share my opinion, the package came from the Czech Republic (I'm in the U.K) but it is made in China. It looks like Sony have recycled the old leather straps from the SmartWatch 2 because they are exactly the same and have bundled it with the holder kit. I ordered the brown strap from Amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Leather-Wrist-Strap-SmartWatch-Brown/dp/B00F4WLJZE for £12. Both the brown and black straps are high quality leather and look good in my opinion. However It would have been nice if Sony released this at launch with SmartWatch 3. All in all not a bad purchase, going to use the rubber strap for running and gym and swap it out for the leather one for everything else.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] plemen:
And now out of stock... I would love to buy one of these.

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Does the adapter and the strap make it more bulky or is it comparable to the silicon straps?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] NMOT:
I received the leather brown strap few days ago. At first sight the leather looks like plastic, I believe it will evolve to a more natural aspect over time.

I am a bit disappointed by the size of the holder which is to big compared to the rubber one.

The price of the leather versions is acceptable and similar to the rubbers.

Nicolas
[Sony Smartwatch 3] davis620:
Ordered one adapter from Shapeways on Oct. 18. Won't ship until late next week. Very disappointed with the CS. Will report on the fit/finish if/when it arrives.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] cyleo:
Where did you order this? I've been looking around for the last couple of weeks but have yet to find a shop which can sell it.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] morris08:
In the Sony store online all the straps, except metal, are available again !!!

at the moment...

;););)
[Sony Smartwatch 3] shawnaye:
Anyone has any links to get these adapters at a reasonable price?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] speedyg0nz:
Unfortunately not, I looked at the eBay listing and it would have cost me USD80 including shipping. So I thought about it, and bought a Moto 360 v1 for USD75 from Staples (granted it was on a steep discount). Nevertheless, this just shows how crazy the prices are for this universal strap adapter.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] shawnaye:
Yeah dude, stupid adapter.

I just bought a sw3 from eBay for 99usd. Was looking to get a adapter as well.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] speedyg0nz:
You're probably better off getting the 3D printed one, but hang on for now since the designer is about to release an updated version.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] shawnaye:
Yeah, checking that out as well, but it's a tad too large really.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] DD9200:
Hi guys, just wondering does the Black Leather strap on Sony's website come with the adapter? I.e. is it removable? I've seen a few on ebay that suggest what it is but they're a lot more than what Sony are charging.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] biohaz55:
Yes it does and with the adapter you can use any 24mm strap.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] DD9200:
Sounds good, seems reasonable, on Sony's site for £29.99, gonna pick one up thank you!
[Sony Smartwatch 3] auggie78:
New adapter 3d model ready for 3d printing

There is an other adapter on pinshape.com:

pinshape.com/items/20164-3d-printed-sony-smartwatch-3-holder
[Sony Smartwatch 3] billy_overheat:
I have one extra Sony universal adapter but man, the holder is huge. Plus the steep price I've paid for it, I'm a bit disappointed. Any one wants to buy the extra one?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] auggie78:
wachcase and strap

i've upload my new model.

If we access to 3d printer is ready for stamp in many material and color.

I've design watchcase and strap with magnetic link. If u want i can design watchcase for 22, 20, 18 mm for traditional wachbend.

tell me what do we think about it. Suggestion?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Joolz03:
Do you have the picture or link to the file?
[Sony Smartwatch 3] auggie78:
[IMG="watchcase"]https://db8u916f6vitl.cloudfront.net/uploads/image/file/75957/container_adapter-sony-smartwatch-3-holder-24mm-3d-printing-75957.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG="watch case"]https://db8u916f6vitl.cloudfront.net/uploads/image/file/77324/horizontal_thumbnail_adapter-sony-smartwatch-3-holder-24mm-3d-printing-77324.jpg[/IMG]

https://pinshape.com/items/20164-3d-printed-adapter-sony-smartwatch-3-holder-24mm
[Sony Smartwatch 3] david123443212000:
customs charges

watch out when buying this adaptor abroad on ebay. i got stung 3 plus 8 quid customs and royal mail charge on top of £23 price. get seller to put correct value to seller on mailing. mine put the value to me and the postage. i dont mind paying the £3 its the £8 from royal mail :(

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also. in my case i got an adapter 3d printed. but 3d material was not strong to hold smartwatch. and it broke right away on first insertion use. £20 down the swanny. your better with proper swr510c adapter.

i finally got sony adapter and a black metal bracelet strap from germany. looks class with black watch face but has cost me £63. with mistakes :(

now all i need to do it get android wear 6.0.1 to work with note 4 n910f 6.0.1 without dropping communication all the time. had to downgrade phone to 5.1.1 to get my google voice commands working again :( only works with phone screen on . on 6.0.1 phone firmware :(
[Sony Smartwatch 3] leaver123456789:
Universal Holder

It seems like you can get the 'official' Sony adapter from Japan, I can't post a link as I am new to XDA but you can find it quite easily on there.

It works out to be £17.22 without shipping.
[Sony Smartwatch 3] Se23:
I just came across this thread and I got stung by shipping from Japan too. The adapter was £22 then customs and Royal mail added another £11.13 I don't really understand what you mean David about 'correct value'? Anyway it seems I'm not even going to like it when it comes in 2 days as most of you said it's to big. The real kicker is the adapter and strap have cost me nearly the same as the watch ?