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[Other SmartWatches] padrisimo:
Bricked

Please, if anyone can help. I have be rooted Q1 Finow. I made the OTA update, came to me the message is that the software is damaged. After rebooting the display we just standing logo "Finow q1". I tried to remove the battery or anything. What to do?:crying::crying::crying:
[Other SmartWatches] chillfox:
Just flash firmware with SP Flash Tool
[Other SmartWatches] snoopy20:
Download SP flash tool, take the battery out and connect lead for flash mode then flash system.img from the older rom (files can be found on this thread somewhere as w602_wgl.Q1.common.80.emmc.w.s.160630-165638).

http://spflashtool.com/
[Other SmartWatches] padrisimo:
Thanks chillfox & snoopy20 for fast response.

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Finow q1 use for running. Here are some tips that I use. I use the Nike + club, you can not install from the market. You will have to manually. https://www.apk4fun.com/history/1009/

To Nike + and similar programs to function, you will need to Root. Why? Because these programs do not support the resolution of the display. Then from the market install the program "Smart Shift" and it set the 400x400 resolution and applications can be used. After use, just off one-click set options in the program and that's it.
[Other SmartWatches] snoopy20:
I've been unable to root the latest firmware update - kingoroot fails.
[Other SmartWatches] padrisimo:
Are you try other root options?
[Other SmartWatches] snoopy20:
Previously yes and none worked.
[Other SmartWatches] padrisimo:
I tried several times with Kingo root, and now it is successful, the process is a lot going on, but this time I remove SIM card. Now it says that it be rooted, and it really is. Just no install "supersu".

Write if bugs.
[Other SmartWatches] krispin:
I have tried it and it went OK. I am rooted.
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
The best way is :

1. Flash the last firmware

2. Flash TWRP

3. Go in recovery with the "adb reboot recovery" command

4. Flash SU zip from recovery

5. Flash only boot img from the last firmware

In this way you are rooted and with TWRP
[Other SmartWatches] snoopy20:
Why do you need to reflash boot.img?

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Windows or Android version?
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
"Why do you need to reflash boot.img?"

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It is not strictly needed but if you want to have the latest drivers ( in case they are updated ) you need the latest boot.img .

The watch will work with the boot.img enclosed in TWRP anyway . It's up to you
[Other SmartWatches] krispin:
Don't you loose twrp recovery after reboot when you flash back new boot.img?

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Android version
[Other SmartWatches] padrisimo:
Are you try reboot Smartwatch after that???
[Other SmartWatches] krispin:
I have one question: Can't be navigation bar activated somehow? Tried enabling it in build.prop, but no succes.
[Other SmartWatches] snoopy20:
I'm going to give this a whirl, the only difference between the CPU is the amount of cores o it might work.

http://xdaforums.com/smartwatch/other-smartwatches/rom-cm-12-1-hexxa-atenea-clones-t3488590/page2

Edit: 100% bricked - don't do this!
[Other SmartWatches] krispin:
Without any problems
[Other SmartWatches] padrisimo:
But TWRP doesent suport for Finow q1?
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
Check the thread and you will find all the answer for TWRP
[Other SmartWatches] padrisimo:
Thank you, I was looking for, but can not find anywhere how to do it. Can you describe how to install TWRP on Finow q1.
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
Just search TWRP in this thread
[Other SmartWatches] Maszter93:
NVRAM backup

Can someone upload me their nvram backup or gps file from nvram? my nvram got corrupted, but I manage got all working except GPS. and don't worry I will change wifi mac, bt address, and IMEI ;)

Thanks before :crying:
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
The best Launcher for this watch till now is New launcher

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.inew.launcher
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
Can someone help me ? I have broken the glass of my watch

Where is possible to buy a replacement ?
[Other SmartWatches] snoopy20:
PM me, I have a dead watch in perfect condition - should be ideal for a swap out.
[Other SmartWatches] ririo:
Hi Chillfox,

Thank you but where is the link for downloading the firmware ?
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
Thx you have a message
[Other SmartWatches] ririo:
update on OTA 161020

I have tried to flash the 161020 OTA with flashfire apk. The good news is that it didn't brick the watch; The bad new is that it didn't work.

After unrooting my device and reseting to factory, the update didn't work either. (I am on firmware 160721) . I will check with those who succeed to update to find out on which FW they were initially.

While investigating this migration problem I did find out that they are at least seven firmware releases mentioned in the thread (I looked at the 600+ posts). I think it will be worth to have in one central place all references to firmware releases, Updates and tools available for this watch.

I am writing a memo to summarize my findings and will post it shortly
[Other SmartWatches] chillfox:
Just remove the '*'

It's because you are only allowed to post links with at least 10 posts. Found this at 4pda
[Other SmartWatches] ririo:
What was your previous release

I understand you migrate to 161020. did you do it with the latest OTA ?

What was the release you were on . 160620? 160630? 160721? .

I have got 160721 but the OTA didn't work.

Thank you.

A+

Henry
[Other SmartWatches] hrand:
Hello Henry, I was on 160630 non rooted, I've just checked for a new update, a new one was found and installed but it wasn't the last. I've checked again and this time I downloaded the 161020 that I'm using now.

I'm looking for some apps like facebook, messenger, and google+ which work with the Q1.
[Other SmartWatches] wxppro:
Hello there,

I ran into a problem after updating to the latest firmware. After updating, I decided to do a factory reset, just to clean install everything. I attempted to configure an Microsoft Exchange account but it no longer works - In the past, when I do so, there is a screen (Android Device Manager) where I can allow "remote administration." This screen no longer appears. Even though I have enter all the correct credentials, Email simply reports "could not sign in." I tried to delete/re-enter the account. I also tried factory reset a few times to no avail.

Any ideas how I can get access to the "Android Device Manager" screen? The Settings items are much less than that of a regular Android phone. Is there an app or some trick I can play to gain access to it?

Thanks!
[Other SmartWatches] schal_:
please help!!!

Dependency phone on the logo. That just did not help. I decided to sew, but apparently turned brick. More is not included (

Dance with a tambourine while in what have not resulted, tried different firmware, when choosing Firmware Upgrade an error: "failed to get PMT info"

If you select "Format All + Download" - sort of like what is going on but stops at 1 percent and an error.

"ERROR : S_FT_DOWNLOAD_FAIL (OxFA8)

Download to flash fail! Please press CTRL+ALT+T to burn on debug log then reproduce again!

[HINT];

BROM_DLL_V5.log and BROM_DLL.Iog would be created and record more detail information."

And also starting to happen reconnection driver MTK USB Port on PreLoader USB VCOM Port

PS: I tried to put the latest firmware 161020 downloaded here. Began to put, but the reach of a percent, and stops again with the same error as above, several times ran Format All + Download all the time at different percentage of the installation breaks and error.

I did memory test and this is what has issued:

============ Memory Detection Report ===========

Internal RAM:

External RAM:

Type = DRAM

Size = 0x40000000 (1024MB/8192Mb)

NAND Flash:

ERROR: NAND Flash was not detected!

EMMC:

EMMC_PART_BOOT1	Size = 0x0000000000400000(4MB)

EMMC_PART_BOOT2	Size = 0x0000000000400000(4MB)

EMMC_PART_RPMB	Size = 0x0000000000400000(4MB)

EMMC_PART_GP1	Size = 0x0000000000000000(0MB)

EMMC_PART_GP2	Size = 0x0000000000000000(0MB)

EMMC_PART_GP3	Size = 0x0000000000000000(0MB)

EMMC_PART_GP4	Size = 0x0000000000000000(0MB)

EMMC_PART_USER	Size = 0x00000001d2000000(7456MB)

UFS:

ERROR: UFS was not detected!

============	RAM Test	============

Data Bus Test:

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OK!!

Address Bus Test:

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OK!!

RAM Pattern Test :

Writing ...

0x44332211,

And as you can see there are 2 errors!

What does it mean? Does not the memory was covered in hours, can not yet too late to open the debate and return the watch seller
[Other SmartWatches] rbastos:
The biggest problem in the smartwach Q1 is the battery that lasts a little!
[Other SmartWatches] dijitak:
Does anyone know what changes were made in the last couple of OTA updates?

I would like to find out.
[Other SmartWatches] spark-78:
no play store

Hello I have a Issue I don't understand why....

I have loste the browser apk and now I can't download apk from the play store. I have Wifi because I can open playstore and find chrome for exemple but when I try to download nothing append.

I have a push when I try to open download apk : the processus android.process.media is stop. (translate by myself from french sorry)

I hope you can help me. I think I need to do a factory reset but I had try to do a reste (from the watch system) nothing change.

Thanks for your help !
[Other SmartWatches] nikosbocho:
A very basic question about the Q1 Smartwatch and all smartwatches running standalone Android. For a simple smartwatch with Androidwear when I type an address in Google Maps it automatically gives me the directions on the smartwatch. With Q1 is it possible to type an address in Google Maps on the phone and then pass the information to the smartwatch? Is there a way to pair the Q1 to the phone so it does this task or do I have to type the address directly on the smartwatch?
[Other SmartWatches] sartech131:
file transfers

I use 'wireless file transfer' , found on Google Play. watch will not connect with pc using usb?
[Other SmartWatches] nikosbocho:
I was looking for a bluetooth communication, the same that is done with an Androidwear watch and a smartphone.
[Other SmartWatches] sartech131:
wireless transfer is bluetooth...... it is called " Bluetooth Auto Connect"
[Other SmartWatches] pablo11:
Use the Vysor plugin for Google Chrome. It's simple and if you pay a couple of bucks for the pro version you can also use WiFi and Bluetooth
[Other SmartWatches] Barmenchik:
Guys maybe some one help me. Flash K1 with modified Q1 firmware. Now I have brick. Somebody can help me?:crying:
[Other SmartWatches] orbi:
Do you speak of Lemfo K1 ?
[Other SmartWatches] MATORAX:
Is there a possibility to change watch band in Finow Q1? I know that there's no official way (modifications only) - has anyone tried to replace it anyway?
[Other SmartWatches] pablo11:
No,

Yes and it ended up with a dumb watch.
[Other SmartWatches] actkid:
Finow Q1 - Call Problem

Hello Guys,

Recently i bought Finow Q1 from aliexpress.com, everything works fine only problem that i can not able to make phone calls. 3G works fine too on my watch with my vodafone in sim card.

When i checked with phone hidden info it shows

GSM Service: Emergency calls only

Network Type: HSPA

My watch firmware is Q1-v.s.161031-1477884365 ( i am not sure if due to firmware version).

Anyone has similar problem? any suggestion or solution?

Thanks
[Other SmartWatches] actkid:
Thanks rio

Thanks for your info rio, this is really good but as far as i checked my watch and see firmware version there is no need to go back to old firmware (as it is already up to date).

So what i did now that i changed my IMEI number and it started working. I can make phone calls now.

So anyone who is experiencing same problem of cellular network not available but 3g works try to change your IMEI number and give a try, it will work.

One more thing that you are absolutely right, i think it was my bad decision to buy finow Q1 watch(though its really work good) as they are not providing any kind of support.

What i found out that support is important and NO 1! guys really doing good job there ( i can see firmware listed there and even replying pplz problem there on their website)

Thanks again.
[Other SmartWatches] marco.fortuna:
I'm using the D6 firmware ...

The watch specs are the same only the display driver is different .

So basically you have to :

1. Download D6 firmware

2. Install it using sp flash tool ( normally i format and download )

3. Start the watch ( pay attention the screen is reverted

3 Install the boot.img file from a Q1 firmware ( I use the TWRP firmware to have TWRP enabled )

That's all .... You loose the imei so backup it and restore using mediatek tools
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
wat is the latest OTA ver and heart rate working now ? update on OTA will lost imei number ?

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how the battery life of this phone ? i wont use any sim card
[Other SmartWatches] hrand:
Hello, I have the latest OTA 161020 rom on my Q1. I checked for updates but it says it's the last one. Heart rate monitor works but it's hidden from the app drawer.

I would say it has a worst battery, a full charge in a morning if you use it as a watch only, it stays until next morning.
[Other SmartWatches] hrand:
I lost my 3g network on my Q1, now it is on edge without data but I can make or receive a call. Could someone give a help please. Thanks in advance
[Other SmartWatches] actkid:
Hrand

I would suggest you to check your APN settings now for vodafone in it should be www or ask vodafone to resend APN settings or put it like exactly from other phone that is already working with 3g.

I had same problem, i never updated my FIRMWARE just changed IMEI number and it started working everything works 3g and phone calls.
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
so far u encounter any problems with this watch ?
[Other SmartWatches] hrand:
For now, I should say yes, we use it as a watch and some phone call, my son has messenger lite on it to chat with his friends. didn't have to access root. But I still wait for new improvement. The data network is off when the watch is on standby and sometimes I have to use some tricks to make it connected again. I'm looking for a best app for gps tracking but any is good for now cause of the network disconnecting. I think g+ may be better but it won't work on the watch. Nice Sunday and happy new year.
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
i decide not to put any sim
[Other SmartWatches] jkramer1961:
I bought a new Finow Q1 from Gearbest.com about 2 months ago. Watch worked fine, until yesterday - I always used to charge it from my laptop USB port, but this last weekend I did not have my laptop with me so I used a regular 5 volt smart phone charger to charge it using the Q1 cable. Ever since then it seems I have lost the operating system. The watch starts up and gets stuck on a FINOW screen - it stays like that and the watch heats up, unless I power it down by holding the power button. Does anyone know how to flash the firmware back to this watch ?
[Other SmartWatches] Cruzsongs:
Does the Q1 also come with 512M ram and 1G rom or are they all 1G ram and 8G rom? I'm a little confused. Thanks.
[Other SmartWatches] pablo11:
Newer version is 512 mb
[Other SmartWatches] Cruzsongs:
Does that mean it's slower? Their website says 1GB and 8GB.
[Other SmartWatches] actkid:
Hello,

Good hardware configuration is always better than lower, but be careful because i also bought same watch by seeing 1 GB Ram + 8 GB Rom BUT they delivered me only 512 MB RAM + 4 GB RAM.

So make sure from seller that you going to get what they advertise otherwise don't buy it. Personally i would not go for Q1 since D6 and other round watches are there. Go for any other round watch with such configuration like 1GB Ram + 8 GB Rom.
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
juz get my finow Q1 today..but i check total ram only 564mb + 8gb rom.so far so good.where to download the watch faces ? the firmwares also different.can be the newest batch
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
can i use charger output 9v to charge the watch ?
[Other SmartWatches] chillfox:
Hi, I have the same problem with GPS. Have you got nvram? Did it work out? Thx
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
can this watch sync with whatsapp and fb with the phone ? others than watch helper is there any others app can sync between phone and the watch ?
[Other SmartWatches] tatono:
Yesterday I got this smartwatch and it comes with firmware 161031, and the wifi goes on alone, you know what I can do?
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
mine is 512mb ram.wat is the latest firmwares ?
[Other SmartWatches] PopsDigital:
Can't Get Notifications to Q1 From Phone

I'm new to this forum and looking for help that I haven't found in the previous posts - though, there are so many, I certainly could have missed it. My new Finow Q1 will not connect (tether) properly to my phone (Samsung Galaxy S6). The Q1 shows as being paired to the phone. In Bluetooth settings I see the Q1, tap on it and get the message from the phone: "Unable to use Bluetooth tethering while connected to the Wi-Fi network." (I don't get this message with any other smartwatch I own.) So, naturally, I turn off the WI-FI and try again. I tap the Q1 in Bluetooth settings and get the message: "Unable to connect to Q1. Turn on Bluetooth tethering on Q1." I don't know of any way to turn on Bluetooth tethering on the Q1 other than to check the box for Internet Access on the Q1's Paired Devices screen for the Galaxy S6. However, when I try to check the box, the "Internet Access" dims momentarily but no check is in the box. I've tried everything I can think of - unpaired and re-paired, reset the watch, connected by Wi-Fi and updated the firmware, etc. Can anyone offer some help? I think this is a great watch, but I don't intend to put a sim i it. I just want to use it tethered to my phone.
[Other SmartWatches] Maszter93:
No, I am not getting the nvram yet. And I have to let it go, my gps not working anymore.
[Other SmartWatches] chillfox:
In the meantime I got it working again. In my opinion the original nvram is not necessary for GPS. I just format and clean flashed firmware. (By formatting you loose IMEI, but you can restore) Then it took about 30 minutes until I received a GPS signal. I probably have been too impatient before.
[Other SmartWatches] ironment:
Tell me, where you can take the firmware 161031 ???
[Other SmartWatches] hrand:
Yes, great idea. My Q1 still on 161020.
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
your watch ord pair with your phone.try send files.under your phone bluetooth setting u muz tick share internet
[Other SmartWatches] PopsDigital:
Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately, I don't understand what you are trying to tell me. Please try to clarify, with step-by-step instructions of what I should do.
[Other SmartWatches] jullabull:
Smart Brick

Hello,

i just tried to update my Finow Q1 3G smart watch with w602_wgl.Q1.common.80.emmc.w.s.160630.flash.

the watch does not boot up anymore.

if i start again flash tool i have this message :

cannot pass bootrom start command possibly target power up too early

any idea to rescue her ?

thx a lot for you'r help.

J
[Other SmartWatches] ririo:
Besides your post I have never eared of such a firmware. I have updated my Q1 with 161020 and when I checked for updates the reply is. "You have got the latest firmware. " We're did you see mentioned 161031???"
[Other SmartWatches] jullabull:
i used the FW from this post : https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=70234800&postcount=680

any way to format and start watch again ?

thx a lot Ririo.
[Other SmartWatches] samsungXP:
u juz need to paired your phone with your phone once time.after that u on both bluetooth it will auto connect
[Other SmartWatches] danetto00:
I have this smartwatch from two days.

I have the last firmwar update from OTA (161020) but I have two problem: the bluetooth connection constantly falls and didn't return.

Another big problem is battery drain. I check the process and maybe 50% for the "Watch idle".

Can someone help me?
[Other SmartWatches] Sapaa:
Hi!

I was ordered on ebay the Finow Q1. 3-4 week to arrive.

Before I ordered, asked the seller, the strap may I change, or not? I'dlike the metal, and have too.

Seller replied, of course, the strap changeable. I asked: not the antennas in strap??? He wrote, not, they are in smartwatch, possibile changing the strap.

How about? Tried it anibody?
[Other SmartWatches] jason32835:
This seems unlikely. You can see where the antennas are installed into the band.
[Other SmartWatches] Sapaa:
In this case, I will ask for a partial refund, since the seller misinformed.

I guess it's legitimate. Direct I asked the seller did not argue that the description error has occurred.
[Other SmartWatches] pablo11:
As long as you got it in writing. Otherwise I don't know if you will have much luck....
[Other SmartWatches] jason32835:
Can someone confirm that the Q1 takes the smallest nano sim card? I am getting my sim way before my watch and I don't want to separate it out to test on my phone if it is going to take a micro card.
[Other SmartWatches] ririo:
Yes the Q1 takes the nano Sim card
[Other SmartWatches] RampantGoat:
This is just my opinion, but don't bother with this watch, it's incomplete, random battery discharge

CPU too powerful for small battery, it's android version

has been messed around with so you need to download settings search, you need to root it to fix some issues, if you plug it in to charge whilst on it will forget to go into deep sleep mode. Apps such as m2d

work fine however when you click on message to read

all content the pop up window appears in white and the text is also in white, so you can't read it.Also I cannot install some apps without getting the 504 error code. Ive owned this for 3 months. I ordered and used the ourtime x01s and a tenfifteen x01 plus for about a month, these two watches are miles ahead of the q1,

all apps I use install without issue , full android lollipop,original pull down shade ,notification bar and card style recent apps ( download button saviour to reveal recent apps and system volume). No need for settings search.Install myclockskin.apk and use clockskin watch faces. These watches do not have lock screen watch faces, so run the myclockskin app allways in the foreground so when you press the power button on and off to see the time the myclockskin app always runs until you go back or use recent apps.The battery is better, both watches deep sleep and if used as a watch only on flight mode you get 7 to 8 days on one charge.Some x01s 's have deep sleep issues and dodgy ROMs but this one came with a December 2016 build date and everything is fine.The tenfifteen is fine it also has three working sensors, the x01s only has one sensor. They run at 1 GHz and have 8 gig ROMs micro SD card support and camera. They run very snappy and smooth ,better than my iconbit callisto.My only issue is I can't select nova launcher as a default and I can't place a background image in the stock launcher like the q1, but I can live with this it's not that bad.This is just my two pence worth there are better alternatives out there.
[Other SmartWatches] jason32835:
The Ourtime X01S looked really interesting to me, specs are good, but I was ultimately turned off by the size. At 5x4.2 cm it is a bit chunkier than the Q1 at 4.5x3.9. Even the Q1 is a bit larger than I would like. I wish they had a 5.1 square watch in the apple watch size range of 4.2x3.6. I could be wrong but I think the Q1 is the closest.