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[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] mahst68:
Got my login from Joe on Facebook Messenger. Pretty much his instructions are: don't change the account info and don't save anything personal into this account. If the verification code is needed, to contact him again. Responded in seconds early this morning in the US. I get up before 4am everyday... I believe you need to keep it logged in. Now just need the phone!
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
I still wish I had my own account. Because you never know when a troll mess with it.

But Joe actually told me that they will help people when something like that happen. Do you actually need to keep that account logged in when you put Nova launcher and klwp as your main launcher?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MixEvo:
That I'm not sure ,I can take one for the team and try logging out and seeing if it reverts. But I'll wait till I get home from work. I'll report back with the results.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] mahst68:
I’m still gonna try with some type of china sim. But at least this will cover until everyone starts trying different things to get it to work. I’m sure once the majority starts to have the phone someone will figure something out.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MixEvo:
Ok so if you log out it unchecks and you have to re login and reconfirm so don't log out lol
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] martepato:
I haven't received my NEX yet, but I already created an account over at: https://passport.vivo.com

Didn't need a phonenumber at all. Not sure though if that will suffice for using it on the phone? Someone who got the device already might want to test that.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
Wow, maybe this could be the loop. Can someone with a Vivo Nex test it out?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
Could you check this if it works.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Step666:
Thanks for checking that, much appreciated.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MixEvo:
Yeah I will check it out and report back let's hope it works ?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MixEvo:
Ok so I made a account with that link ,went through all the steps successfully. But when I try and log in on the Nex it says email/password is incorrect ?,so I don't know
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
Did you tried to login on the website again to check if you didn't made a mistake somewhere. Or you could try forgot password on your Vivo login screen
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MixEvo:
Yep tried both ,no dice
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Ok after contacted this time via Facebook messenger got from a very helpful man Joe Vivo account who also warning me not to change anything(personal info,password) and if need anything any contact again with you.

I will use it only if my China Mobile SIM card doesn’t work for activation account at my name that much prefer and not dependent from foreign account.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
This didn't work for me & was confirmed that it won't work by Vivo support.

You will either need to buy a China SIM Card or ask for a "Public Account":

The latter is what eventually worked for me.

:good: CREDIT IS DUE TO [MENTION=2772746]ibreukers[/MENTION] for 1st posting the proper instructions: :good:

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=76934472&postcount=8

1) Sign-in w/the credentials given from the "Public Account" in SETTINGS > Accounts > VIVO ACCOUNT

2) Complete the CAPTCHA,which for me,was a puzzle piece/slider.

3) Go to SETTINGS > MORE SETTINGS > SECURITY > & under the DEVICE MANAGEMENT header,go to REPLACE THE SYSTEM LAUNCHER. You will be prompted to use the VIVO account log-in credentials once again.

4) Go to SETTINGS > More settings > APPLICATIONS > HOME SCREEN & select your launcher app of choice .

:good: PROFIT :good:
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] g_woodend:
Done all this - have a Vivo account and everything - but when Nova is running and I swipe up from the bottom I am back in Fun Touch !?!?! Any ideas ?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] g_woodend:
This does work until you swipe up from the middle and then you are right back at Fun Touch!! Has anyone got around this ???
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
I'm not having that problem, whether I'm using swipe navigation, or, the more familiar navigation keys.

I'm guessing you need to double check the security setting that pertains to getting the launcher choice to stick, as that was the mistake I was making, until I reread the steps given [MENTION=2772746]ibreukers[/MENTION]
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] g_woodend:
Yeah, followed this instructions to the letter but still no joy, a swipe up always takes me back to Fun Touch and resets all the settings I've just made !!
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Grom8:
Getting the launcher choice to stick is the main problem causing the home swipe up, it may show that it is default but restarting the phone will return it back to funtouch every time which is very annoying.

Similar problem occurs when using a non rooted version of youtube vanced, the phone refuses to let youtube vanced control micro g to keep an account signed in. Now this is also occurring in the play store, it seems vivo forces its system apps to be used and play store will only work again with a complete wipe and reinstall.

EDIT: Solved the issue of it returning to the original launcher, follow [MENTION=2772746]ibreukers[/MENTION] steps exactly and in Settings > More Settings > Security > Replace the system launcher > Tap the home button to lock the system home screen is turned OFF. That stops the home button from returning you to the original launcher. If it has returned you back to the original launcher before doing this, go back through the settings and change default launcher back to nova then reboot, the above step only holds if nova is set as default and active on boot.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] daniel101:
Solved it

Just disable vivo.security app via ADB and all works as it should.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Sorry which vivo Facebook u all private msg them?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
I just emailed them, but, they also gave me this link:

https://www.facebook.com/vivoMobileInt/
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Thanks.. I also pm them. They asked me to call them instead
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Grom8:
I sent a PM to the facebook team [MENTION=3512846]KOLIOSIS[/MENTION] linked and they replied instantly with an account.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Wats the link to this Facebook team?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] andersj1992:
Did someone find a workaround for push notifications?

Emails, messenger etc. will work for a while but afterwards i won't get any notifications.

Today my google alarm clock didn't even go off lol.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] flex1911:
Thread cleaned. Please don't share any account details publicly.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
I'm wondering if it can have a notification bubble on top the icon
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] HUGO SAN:
Like this?

Enviado desde mi vivo X20Plus A mediante Tapatalk
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Ya how?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] andersj1992:
had the phone for 1 day now, still can't figure out if there is a notification light? haha
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lowrider_05:
no there isn´t you only can let the Display light up when a notification is received or let the camera flash go of when a notification is received.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] t7gc7:
You didn't plug your phone to recharge or try OTG ?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] andersj1992:
I did, the thing is I saw on a website that it HAD a notification light - thats why I got confused.

Anyway I think I also fixed the lacking notifications - and random shutting them down thingy' now.

That + nova launcher on for good and it already seems like a pretty sweet phone. Love the big screen :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] t7gc7:
Nice to hear that ! I hope to get mine before the end of this week. No idea if i will use Nova, before with my Axon 7 i didn't use a launcher. I will try the default one 2-3 days before changing.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] g_woodend:
How did you fix the notifications? Mine are random at best !
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] justinswidebody:
Is anyone else having problems logging into the public vivo account? Did someone change the password??? I'm assuming we are all using the same public account.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Mr Sleuth:
Does everything work with the notifications now? And how likely is it that the costum rom community will soon find a way to unlock the bl and finally develop costum roms?

I come from xiaomi and actually someone who often changes roms. And it looks like fun os is more or less a catastrophe
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] t7gc7:
Somebody post it here and I also see the login infos on YouTube... So maybe yes someone that didn't like Vivo could have change something...

I will try by myself when I receive the phone... :(
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
I had difficulty signing in a few days ago, but, it was due to the CAPTCHA not refreshing/stop buffering.

Anyhoo, once I got into a better/stronger connection, I was able to complete the CAPTCHA & it worked well.

Regardless, I contacted VIVO support via email & they sent me a 2nd public account to use.

I didn't need it by that time, but, I'd hit them up for another account, just explain what happened.

FWIW, I used email instead of Facebook. (I don't FB)

It might take a little more time vs FB for them to respond, but, my experience was good, no more than 36-48 hours waiting for a response via email.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] HUGO SAN:
Just activate unreads counters in Nova launcher

Enviado desde mi vivo X20Plus A mediante Tapatalk
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
I still can't set nova as default. Already signed in vivo acc

---------- Post added at 12:07 AM ---------- Previous post was at 12:06 AM ----------

How did u set ur nova?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
I hope don’t need to contact once again Vivo and give me a second account,but I will If current that I have doesn’t work.

There’s AOD you can activate to see notification,clock and battery indicator

As far I know reading reviews only default stock app working on AOD not third one like Viber,WhatsApp,Gmail and so on.

Alternative you can use glimpse notifications to wake up screen when notifications arrived.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.nullgrad.glimpse&hl=el
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] t7gc7:
account work ?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] justinswidebody:
Yes, they fixed it about 12hrs ago :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] fatouraee:
Hey Guys. I amvlooking to get this phone. I have been using thei Mix since it came out. I have bought all the other flagships that came out ever since but have kept going back to mix. ( Note 8, S9+, iPhone x, Razer Phone).

How is the support for Vivo in general. Also are you guys happy with the camera. That is one of the things that I don't like about mix.

Thanks for all the help.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] t7gc7:
I dont play a lot with the cam but for me she work great.

No idea about support but when i write for the public account i got a very fast response.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Total photog novice here,but,even so,it's easy to see the camera quality difference from the Mi Mix & the NEX (ditto for Xiaomi's Mi Note 2,which otherwise is still an awesome phone).

Is it worth the significant $$$ difference.......myself,I'd trade the NEX Camera for the Mix aftermarket development scene...that's the main trade-off here.

If you can handle the stock Funtouch UI w/o any promise of root/ROMs,I'd say it's a solid hardware upgrade,otherwise,hang on to the OG Mix & seek out aftermarket development/improvements to the camera.

As for official VIVO support,I think there's too little known here,at least @ XDA,but,the interaction regarding getting a "public" VIVO account for those outside of Mainland China (to change default launcher & permit other settings changes/permission granting) has been a positive experience.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] fatouraee:
Yeah that's is one worry I have. The money ain't the issue, but xiaomi support in xda has been great. I love mix so much that I have had 3 so far. Broke one (easiest device for that ?) so decided to buy 2 more so I can use one and keep one as backup. So still have another one as backup here. I wish the mix 2s had a bigger screen. But xiaomi decided to make it smaller.

I guess I will wait till next week to see the nex launch in India. I hope with that there will be more international support.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
An official Global ROM with Google integration (akin to Xiaomi) is hopefully on the horizon with the India launch (& flashable on any NEX).

For instance (I mentioned this elsewhere) just getting a YouTube link from an email/text takes you to a browser, not giving the YouTube app as an option.... I had to install another app to give the option (Better Open With, in the Google Play Store).

Little things like this, while manageable, add up after a while, & while I'm overall pleased with the phone, I wouldn't recommend it to one who isn't used to tweaking their phones (side-loading Google,jumping through hoops for 3rd party launcher defaults & the like).
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] riz157:
How do you obtain public account? Thanks
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Just contact VIVO Support & explain the situation,of needing a public VIVO Account with the NEX to access some of the settings options.

http://www.vivo.com/en/support/contact-us

I'm certain whoever you get in touch with will know exactly what you're speaking of,seems to be a popular topic & they're quick to reply.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
I still can't set my nova as default... Despite following ur steps. Have an vivo acc
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
When you tried logging in to the VIVO account for the first time, did you get a CAPTCHA to complete?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Ya have.

I still don't get the "tap" step to lock the home screen. Do I need to enable the nav keys? Do I need to start nova first then go settings?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Go to SETTINGS > ACCOUNTS & make sure that the VIVO Account is indeed logged in.

The only thing else I have to offer is double check the security setting step & launcher default selection & reboot.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Still same
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
All I have left is to point you to who I believe was the 1st here to successfully get a 3rd party launcher to stick, [MENTION=2772746]ibreukers[/MENTION] , & his methodology:

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=76934472&postcount=8
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Just tried. Once middle swipe up, Im back to funtouch
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] riz157:
I have the same issue.

Very annoying got everything else in place but when I swipe you back to funos which isnt really fun.

---------- Post added at 09:25 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:16 PM ----------

Actually fixed I did 2 steps extra

Unticked the tap home button to lock the system and reboot.

Give it a try it should work.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] EMJI79:
Could one use gestures apps such as the one from xda or others to launch third party launcher as an app, rather than as "home" to make a workaround that don't even need a public Vivo account?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] varun.gid:
Guys have u figured out how to change display density. I can only see font size in settings not display size. Anyone found a way ¿
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Guy1731:
Anyone changing default launcher: after following the necessary steps, don't forget to reboot, otherwise your new launcher won't stick!
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] riz157:
Activate Developer options you'll find the options to change dpi default is 360 changed it 420 far better.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Yes it works... That was the murderer all along.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] riz157:
Glad I could help. I'm much more pleased with Vivo now.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Yeah me too...

Anybody using SwiftKey board?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] andersj1992:
I am using SwiftKey, cant turn off vibration since it just refresh the app everytime i try. Anyone Else got that problem?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Guy1731:
I do not understand why you remove account details which are essential for setting up the VIVO NEX, allowing people to discover this wonderful device in its full potential, and make them share their findings on this forum, which is in my opinion the purpose of its existence. Especially when these account details are delivered by the official support team of VIVO manufacturers.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] t7gc7:
:eek: :confused:
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] flex1911:
At the very first I should say that I didn't know the fact that these details are being shared by the official support team. I got two reports about account details shared publicly and saw people complaining about it, so I actioned the way I should. Anyway, no account details should be publicly shared here, even if they are delivered by any kind of official support team.

If it requires writing to support to get the required account details, let it be this way. If you want to share this details by yourself - do it anywhere, but not on XDA.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] andersj1992:
Can anyone else please see, if they can't disable vibration when typing in the swifkey app?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Yes.. I too facing this problem. I access the option but being kicked out
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Looks to be a Swift Key/Vivo Nex bug,not playing nice w/each other,I tried both versions of Swift Key & I have the same issue.

FWIW,G-Board allows for the haptic feedback/vibration to be disabled.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
Thanks.. Will try it if it supports Chinese.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Good to hear that as gboard is my daily keyboard driver:)

Since we can't install adawey due lack of root did you try adguard and if works fine as i'm already having 2 life time lisence I bought 2 years now and used several smartphone and never had any issue.

I hate ads so it's important to me.:p
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] xreactx:
Has this been verified to work? Or did you try this with success?

---------- Post added at 01:06 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:04 PM ----------

Are there any privacy/security concerns with using a "public account" with vivoCloud?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] daniel101:
Yes it works! I have uninstalled all vivo crap and cihneese stuff
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] daniel101:
After you have installed nova launcher you can uninstall fun touch launcher
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] daniel101:
https://www.google.se/amp/s/www.xda...arrier-oem-bloatware-without-root-access/amp/
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] xreactx:
Ahh, right. I did the same thing (sort of) for installing gesture navigation on my LG G5 (Cheap backup phone after I sold my beloved OnePlus 5).
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] DrG0nz0:
Not really....I don't remember where I have "tempered" with, but I have swiftkey and no "haptic feedback"

If i rememeber correctly it was the name of the function. I don't remember if it's in Defnitions->MoreDefinitions or in Swiftkey def. but I'll check it ou and if I find it I come back to you....jusst be assured that it's possible :D

EDIT:

I went and check, I'm actually using Gboard, that also supports all the "swiftkey" functions, hence my confusion....sorry
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lunarken:
No worries.... I'm using Gboard now too.. no choice.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] TKO59:
wow !!!!
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] TKO59:
wow !!!!

yes i did mine and they were so helpful in setting me up-- My NOVA is set up and perfect
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Co.okie4u:
Can somebody please send me the vivo credentials?

I'm waiting since 2 days for an answer from vivo :/
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Guy1731:
Everybody can, but since we are not allowed to share the public VIVO account here, you are on your own. No comment. So be patient to get a reply from VIVO, or chat with them, that mostly goes faster.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Co.okie4u:
They've said we should not post the credentials open die everybody. Nobody said we can't send private Messages ....

*Edit* Thanks to the friendly user which shares the credentials with me :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Chat with them via facebook messenger.

They are always very kind and helpful imo:);)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] xreactx:
i cant find vivo.security... can you tell me the exact command you used? i'm trying "pm uninstall -k --user 0 vivo.security" but getting "Failure [not installed for 0]"
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Welltester13:
FYI , Vivo is no longer giving access to the public account. Just tried it and I was told they are working on a new account registration system. Due to user privacy concerns.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
That’s sound good to me.

From beginning should had find more user friendly registration system.

For example with MIUI you can do Xiaomi account without the needed having Chinese sim number.

Vivo implementations as it is today looks awful and ridiculous.

Until then my current public account gave me works fine.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] martepato:
Setting my prefered launcher as the default and then immediately disabling the Funtouch launcher using adb works flawlessly for me. No need for any kind of account

pm disable-user --user 0 com.bbk.launcher2
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
I will do that but can you install app through apk download normally??

For example Adguard or any other I’ve tried without Vivo account not let me install.

The problem it’s not only launcher but other app download through third party sources like apk mirror some of them not let you install without Vivo account.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] martepato:
You can install apks using the default file browser which doesn't require an account :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
I’ve already tried and for example Adguard won’t let you install without Vivo account.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Abby 244:
Can anybody tell me that by any means we can quick settings and notification panel more look a like to stock android .
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
That’s impossible without root and custom recovery and install custom rom.

We have to wait Android P and hope Vivo make drastic changes to Funtouch OS look and feel.

The second more annoying thing after third party launcher situation is the awful swipe up gesture from bottom to unveiled control center.

That’s iOS 10 style not even iOS 11/12 witch is much better by swipe down from top right corner.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] martepato:
I just installed Adguard on my device. You explicitly need to use the default file manager app, this is important
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Ok I will keep in mind for next time trying to install without Vivo account.

Now I’m already with Vivo account.

Thanks
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] darveniza:
I have email Vivo via theiy support email and they stated they could not provide an account. Basically told me to buy a pre paid SIM card from ebay??. I don't use Facebook is there another method to commy in whuch I can attempt again
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
You should wait as I can confirm too after communication with them that they are working to global registration formula without needed Chinese mobile number.

So be patient.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] delinde:
Write this

‘Hello, I have bought a Vivo Nex and now I need a Public Account. Because I dont have a chinese phone Number, I cannot register. Can you please send me an account login? Thanks for the help!’

To this e-mail ‘service02@vivoglobal.com’

and you will get a standard reply with the info you need.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] flex1911:
Thread cleaned, your dispute is unnecessary and no one wants to see it here anyway.