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[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Thanks for sharing Blokada, too many Androids tricks out there !

I tested the App, is a great Idea and works but it will not be helpful for the Tablet.

Advertisements or ( the servers ) can easily be block on the desktop by modifying a text file "host".

But google disable it for the Apps and any changes to it does not have any effect.

That is what Blokada does, but it takes resources ( memory and active in the background )

The Tablet has less that 1 GB available for Apps anything that needs RAM will slow everything down.

Best option is to only install Apps that natively blocks Ads like New Pipe and Bromite.

To check the running task in the Tablet, connect the Tablet to PC that has adb shell.

Open a Terminal window or command prompt and type adb shell

top

It will show all the task running and the CPU usage.

Attached are screenshot, the Android version is Evervolv 9 ( PIE )
[TouchPad General] n1rv9@vmani.com:
Hi there, I know this is pretty old, but figured I'd ask anyway.

So I just found my hp tp sitting around and decided to use as a home assistant dock, I tried installing cm 11, cm 12.1 and evervolv 7.1 and 9 and can't seem to get my camera to work anyone have any idea why? Any help will be greatly appreciated!
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
It is always best to list how the Tablet is set up, there are many options on how the tablet has been flash:

Dual boot with WebOS and LuneOS.

Android only as per this guide.

The Camera works on:

Kitkat

Lollipop

Nougat 7.1.2 ( needs Open Camera app ) to make it work properly.

If the Tablet has WebOS, there is a hardware testing option while setting up for first time. If the camera is not detected then is hardware.

If you are comfortable opening the Tablet, the module could be replace or maybe the connection came loose.
[TouchPad General] n1rv9@vmani.com:
I have it set up on android only, tried open camera app on kitkat lollipop and nougat, it gives the same error, failed to open camera. camera may be in use by another application? ID:0

I don't believe the hardware is broken but I'll definitely open it and double check the connection, thanks!

Should i try the dual boot option to see if it's working in web os?
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
To flash WebOS:

Use the Toolbox and do a data reset to wipe everything,

Then create the WebOS volume in the Toolbox.

Flash WebOS using the WebOS Doctor.

At the setup screen there is an option ( for diagnostic )

If the camera does not work, then is hardware.

The only way to fix it will be to open it and replace the module, if that is the problem.

Also keep in mind that a better camera can be use using the WiFi, example here:

https://xdaforums.com/hp-touchpad/accessories/hp-touchpad-wifi-wireless-endoscope-t4102607
[TouchPad General] n1rv9@vmani.com:
Thanks for your quick reply!

It seems that opening it isn't the best idea (based off here) so I will try that out.

I'm planning to use the camera as a sensor in home assistant a separate camera isn't going to work..

Update: I installed webOS and used this guide to bypass the activation, which apparently skips the whole set up. So I found out I'm a complete nube in webOS and have no clue how to test the camera:)

(The camera app doesn't load, just stuck on the camera icon)

Update 2: I took the whole thing apart the camera seems very clean no corrosion, I cleaned it and put it back still the camera app isn't working, any thing else I can try?
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Hardware is very tricky no diagnose, it could be any connection to the camera from the motherboard. The camera does not need to show any degradation or corrosion.

Attached is a camera from a Tablet that the touch screen does not work, so I have it as spare and was playing to actually get it to work without batteries which it does.

I do not know if this camera works, or even guarantee that it may work for you. But if you would like to try it and see what happens and you are in USA then I can mail it to you.
[TouchPad General] n1rv9@vmani.com:
wow that's very kind of you to offer! Unfortunately when putting my tablet back together it seems one of the clips that hold it together on the bottom broke off and because of that the pins for the touchscreen isn't being held down well, and the touchscreen is spotty and not working in all areas. It takes a bunch of touches to register, it's strange.

(I could be wrong with my diagnosis, and perhaps I'm putting it back together wrong? I'm thinking a re-flash may help)
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
The clips does nothing, in fact the screen can be use without combining with the back plastic. (cover)

Make sure that the connector for the screen is 100% inserted properly. If not then touch will be spotty.

No software or re flash can fix a hardware issue.
[TouchPad General] n1rv9@vmani.com:
Woops you were right! The connector that I was referring to, I now realize was for the home button, I reconnected the screen and it's working great!

As for the camera I PMed you.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
The connectors are very small and even if you seen them connected, it may not. Is always good to double check on connection that they are completely inside and tight.
[TouchPad General] geearf:
Hello there,

long time since I've been here!

I'd like to resurrect my TP, mostly for reading so nothing too complicated.

Which Android is now recommended? Last time I tried your patched DU, Evervolv and co they all had heavy lags which made them unusable (though maybe it was my old TP at fault...). I was going to go back to Milaq or JCSullins but I got lazy and didn't try. I'm hopeful the situation is a bit better now. :)

Thanks!
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
The best ROM, depends on the hardware and the App that you would like to use.

The newest ROM with all working hardware is 7.1.2.

All the ROMs listed on this guide has the same settings applied with the same CPU overclock frequency.

Check the MaXetreme version for the full 1GB of RAM and fastest speed.

The Tablet is set up as a Laptop and not as a smartphone. The settings are set for maximum performance. The Tablet can be use to stream HD 1080 videos with no problem.

It all depends on the App and how is set up.
[TouchPad General] geearf:
I don't care about camera, bluetooth could be nice but not a big deal if I have use to jack for audio. All I'm intending on doing with it at this point is browsing/reading ebooks. Nothing too demanding I think (well a browser can get quite demanding if no blocking is installed...)

When I wrote my previous post I didn't realize I was already on JCSullins, which I thought would be good enough since already installed, alas it keeps rebooting for whatever reason so I guess not so I'll try your suggested one.

Thank you!
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Try 7.1.2, flash it as posted here ( use the fastest CPU your tablet can handle ), DO NOT use any Open Gaps.

Download Bromite Web browser:

https://www.bromite.org/

Using a PC copy the App to the Tablet and install it on Android.

Now you have a portable laptop with a great browser based on Chromium .

Also can install NewPipe for the best streaming videos:

https://github.com/TeamNewPipe/NewPipe/releases

Is as simple as that and the Tablet will always work fast with no degradation over time.
[TouchPad General] geearf:
Alright, I just did that.

I wasn't sure which 7.1.2 you meant so I went with Evervolv, I hope that was the right one.

Things aren't very snappy so far, but that might just be me forgetting how slow devices from that time were compared to more recent ones...

I'll write more feedback in a day or so.

Thank you!
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
There is only one version of 7.1.2 listed on the first page of this thread:

Evervolv 7.1.2 Android Nougat

1. Click Here to Download the ROM

2. Click Here to Download HpTp_MAX, select All Files for this ROM

4. Click Here to download Google Open Apps

Click HERE for the HpTp_MaXtreme

Use the MaXtreme Kernel to have access to the full 1GB RAM and fastest speed.

Flash ROM Reducer to gain RAM and removed obsolete Apps.

For optimum performance always flash the highest CPU frequency your Tablet can handle.

All listed ROMs on this guide perform very similar as the same settings are applied at the heart of the OS, the kernel.
[TouchPad General] geearf:
Isn't this the same version:

Yeah I've flashed the MaxExtreme at maximum frequency and the Reducer already. :)

I've actually flashed everything but the Universal Authority since I didn't see a need for that one yet.

I've played a little bit of a game of chess and it worked really well, but things like loading the settings menu of the rom take quite some time, but again the only other Android device I have has a Snapdragon 855 so it may just be an unfair comparison in my mind. :)

I'll keep playing with this but at least so far it seems stable and usable, which I don't think it's been in in years, so that's pretty good!

Thank you!
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Yes you are correct I did mentioned 7.1.2 but not the developer, my advice will be Evervolv.

With the settings applied the Tablet is now set up as a regular Linux laptop, or PC. The best usage will be not to use Google Open gapps.

Download Apps to the PC and install on the Tablet. It will perform always as fast with no background tracking services from google.

Have fun!

Take a look at some videos that I did to show what can be done:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKoir6bzzPU-Uq9UjcRR3hw
[TouchPad General] geearf:
I understand what you're saying about the Google Services, I probably should have skipped and used Aura instead, but as long as the apps run it's already better than a dead tablet.

I'll look at Authority later.

Thank you again for the prompt reply!
[TouchPad General] tfcheng:
Evervolve 7.1.2 audio problem

Hi, I installed the Evervolve v7 on my TP but there is an issue with the audio. Sometimes it's fine but sometimes I lose it. One thing that really bothers me is that sometimes I lose audio during a zoom session. I wonder if there is a fix to it, or if not, which version should I use if I want to have zoom work for me? thanks!
[TouchPad General] dizzymon:
I wouldn't use this for Zoom meetings. If it's just for playing then fine bu for distance learning I would not. I would get a Samsung Tab A with 16gb at least. Check out craigslist for some old laptops people are trying to unload.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Back in March ( 28th ) When Zoom meetings started happening I decided to give it a try on the HP Touchpad:

Here is the post:

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=82119475&postcount=680

How it was tested:

The ROM ONLY no Gapps. MaXtreme with the highest CPU your tablet can handle.

Download Zoom App to PC and copy to tablet and install.

I set up a meeting with one user and was able to do video and audio for over two hours with no issues.

I also use the Tablet as an MP3 Player and never have any issues loosing audio.

The tablet can be set up in many ways, anything can actually create a problem and is very difficult to troubleshoot and there will not be a new ROM update for 7.1.2.

My advice is to only install the Apps that you need to use it for with no Google Play Store.
[TouchPad General] dizzymon:
Google play store causes problems?

HP_TOUCHPAD,

So install all the apps you need via APK rather than downloading it from the playstore? I might try that with my tablet to see if it runs smoother.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Google PlayStore are different services that are constantly running in the background and have priority.

To get the most resources of the Tablet download the APk file and install on tablet:

Examples of the many web sites that allows to download " only free version of any Android Apps "

https://androidapksfree.com/

https://www.apkmirror.com/

https://apkpure.com/app

If you do not want to use a PC to download or do not have one, then use the Aurora Store directly from the Tablet.

https://xdaforums.com/android/apps-games/galaxy-playstore-alternative-t3739733

The more RAM and resources available to the open App the better it will run.
[TouchPad General] dizzymon:
I think I will keep this setup with the apk's manually loaded. All the games lood up as if the tablet was brand new. Thanks for the tip on not using google's memory hog apps.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Thanks for confirming that is working faster by manually loading the Apps.

You have set up the tablet now as a regular, standard laptop or PC with a Linux Operating System ( that is Android ).

Simple, no background services tracking every App use, location and internet activity.

There are Apps that requires the Play Store to work. If you need to use Google Play store then use MicroG:

https://xdaforums.com/android/apps-games/app-microg-gmscore-floss-play-services-t3217616

MicroG was suggested by the user [MENTION=4222665]schwatter[/MENTION] his post can be found here:

https://xdaforums.com/hp-touchpad/general/hp-touchpad-optimize-android-swap-t3901773/post79892169#post79892169
[TouchPad General] SteveBP:
twrp updater process ended with error 7?

twrp updater process ended with error 7 when try to flash the Evervolv Pie rom ? What am I doing wrong?

Thanks for any help.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
There are many ways the Tablet can be set up to exactly provide an adequate answer, but here are some to consider:

TWRP must be version 3.2 to flash Evervolv Pie (9)

If the process Wipe_All was flashed then the tablet is all reset and TWRP 3.2 installed and no problems should occur.

Also the /boot partition could be full and the Ramdisk/Kernel can not be copy.

Check TWRP version / Check boot partition for available space.
[TouchPad General] dizzymon:
Did you use the links on the first page for TWRP?

TWRP Recovery 3.1 by Flintman

TWRP Recovery 3.2 by Flintman
[TouchPad General] Jharm:
My fire sale HP Touchpad is back!!

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I can't believe it's running so well after running DU android 9.0. I've honestly never experienced it running this smooth in the past, and I've owned this since the beginning. You must follow all the steps to the T. And the Rom won't install unless you run the Automatic_Wipe_All_and_Create_Android zip first.
[TouchPad General] Jharm:
Spoke to soon, I broke something.

I spoke too soon. While trying to do the entire process again, after the first step (Automatic_Wipe_All_and_Create_Android_with_500MB_Swap) i flashed the A6 Firmware for the batery twice in a row. Soon after that, before i was able to transfer the other files needed into storage, reason now i can't any device to communicate to Touchpad via usb. Because of this i am unable to flash any rom and am only able to access TWRP and WebOS usb screen. When trying to connect Touchpad to pc i keep getting the same error "last usb you connected malfunctioned". I also tried the "HP_Touchpad_Novacom_Repair_Android" and it also cant see the Touchpad. Any guidance as to how to correct this problem would be helpfull. Maybe there is another way sideload the files somehow without the USB?
[TouchPad General] dizzymon:
I forget but I think with TWRP 3.2.x installed you really don't need to have the USB drivers. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. I forget but I haven't had to deal with it once I boot into recovery my touchpad is recognized automatically and I have not had to install any drivers at all.
[TouchPad General] Jharm:
I'm actually on TWRP 3.2.1-0 and am having this issue. The funny think is that it was perfectly find when I ran the steps in this thread. But I notice it running a bit slow and decided to re-run the process. The only thing I can think of is maybe when tried to run the battery firmware, maybe I ran it twice. Not sure if that screwed something up, but right now I have no way of sideloading the rom or any other files into the Touchpad .
[TouchPad General] dizzymon:
Get the HP Touchpad in download mode then reflash using toolbox

Have you tried getting it in download mode (full screen USB icon) and then using the toolbox https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2756314 to wipe/flash etc.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
The battery firmware does not reset the capacity or make any improvements.

My recommendation will be:

Use the "HP_Touchpad_Novacom_Repair_Android" have it load it and ready.

Make sure the Tablet is fully charge.

In the moboot menu select: boot webOS Recovery

( a big white USB symbol will show )

Connect the Tablet to the PC running the "HP_Touchpad_Novacom_Repair_Android"

Click on the Wipe_All ( it will reset everything again )

Note:

Placing the Tablet on webOS Recovery ( white USB symbol ) does not allow to connect to PC for file transfer.

That mode is only use to load the uImage into memory.

The only way to transfer files is by using Recovery and the (USB partition ) must be set up and mounted.
[TouchPad General] Jharm:
Yes, and neither Ubuntu, Win, nor Toolbox recognizes it. It could be a hardware issue with the USB, but I suspect it isn't.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
To be able to do data transfer the proper USB cable must be use, not all USB cable offers data.

Make sure to use the original HP USB cable or similar that has been used to transfer data on another Android device.

The webOS recovery mode ( white USB symbol ) is only to load uImage into memory to boot the Tablet, it can not be use for bi-directional data transfer, or as a USB drive.

To verify the internal connection is properly working, place the Tablet into webOS recovery mode and connect it to a PC with a working novacom driver then open a terminal window and enter:

novacom -t open tty://

Look into this guide for detail:

https://xdaforums.com/hp-touchpad/general/novacom-command-list-hp-touchpad-t3876356

The tablet can not be brick by doing any flash or software changes.
[TouchPad General] tpaxadpom:
HP_TOUCHPAD thank you for making this hack available. This brought a new life back to hp touchpad that was collecting dust. I flashed it and gave it to my mother in law that will use it for streaming videos and kids to play light games. They were pretty excited and I was really happy to see such serious performance increase. I installed the apps and didntbother getting gaps as Google services do slow down this old device. I initially tested with android pie but than switched to evervolv 7.1.2 as recommended in this thread. I ran pie with and without Pico gaps and noticed the difference. I didn't read the whole thread but it I ended up using 500gb swap. I did see some comments about hp only being able to use half of the swap size. I am not sure if increasing swap to 1gB swap would provide any benefits. I ran 1gb with pie but didn't have time to experiment.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
The Tablet could use 700 MB of swap under heavy load, the 1GB is provided as way to open the possibilities of what could be done in the near future!

To get the most of the Tablet make sure to flash the highest CPU speed your tablet can handle.

The Tablet will perform great as a streaming device, using NewPipe ( a youtube alternative ). There is no need for Opengapps, just the NewPipe App and it will be a super streamer: https://newpipe.schabi.org/

Extremely important, always place the Tablet on a charger when not in use, never let it completely discharge.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
HP TOUCHPAD DEBRICK Linux Live CD

Guide update:

I have created an Ubuntu Live CD with all files need it to apply TP Debrick v005 by jcsullins.

The system is guarantee to work and flash a new bootie ( debrick ) with just a click.

Any touchpad can be revived even if the previous attempt failed.

Click HERE for the HP TOUCHPAD DEBRICK Linux Live CD
[TouchPad General] WangGang:
Hey all. So I flashed the format and create swap partition zip, but now that I'm in TWRP I can't seem to get MTP working to transfer the files needed to actually flash a ROM. I've tried installing the google adb drivers but no luck there. What do?
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Once the Wipe_All is flash, all is done.

If using Windows 10:

Boot the Tablet into Recovery TWRP ( Do nothing )

Connect Tablet to PC.

Make sure windows 10 is connected to internet to download the MTP driver.

When done Windows 10 will show a notification that the MTP drive is install, then go to My PC and it should be there.

On a Linux OS, just connect the Tablet it will show as a USB drive,

It is very basic and simple.

Copy the ROM to the Micro SD card and flash on TWRP.

The attached screenshot is of Windows 10 when the HP Touchpad is connected for the first time.
[TouchPad General] WangGang:
Where do I download the MTP driver? Also the screenshot you attached links to a 404 error.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
Windows 10 will automatically download the MTP driver and install it, but it must be connected to the internet.

There is no specific download driver for the HP Touchpad, is a generic driver for any Android Device.

I have uploaded the screenshot many times, it seems to be a problem with XDA servers.
[TouchPad General] WangGang:
Well clearly windows isn't doing its job since I can't seem to get it to show up as a storage device. Pretty much the only thing I can do is TPToolbox.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
To load the TPToolbox the Tablet needs to be place into WebOS Recovery mode ( white USB Symbol )

Placing the Tablet on WebOS Recovery mode will not work as an MTP device ( copy files over )

To transfer files over, TWRP needs to be loaded from the moboot ( Recovery ) menu, then connect to PC and windows or any other OS will show the USB storage the same as any USB drive.

boot Recovery ( Twrp ) File transfer ( USB Mode )

boot webOS Recovery ( load TPTollbox )
[TouchPad General] WangGang:
Woops

---------- Post added at 04:07 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:05 AM ----------

Right, I've tried mounting in TWRP, but nothign shows up.
[TouchPad General] Jharm:
Similar situation happened to me a few ago

Similar situation happened to me a few weeks ago, you can find my post a few pages. Still have had no luck getting any OS to recognize my HP Touchpad, neither in TWRP nor WebOS recovery(big USB screen). I've tried all different types of usb cables, even the ones I know worked in the past. When I go into Device Manager and try to force update the driver, no luck. Toolbox does see the touchpad either. I tried re installing novacom driver and dowloading android usb driver, and still no luck. I've posted some images of the errors I'm seeing on my end. Hope this can help shead some light on this issue, as i was really exited about Android 9.0 work on it for two days to then have this happen. I suspect re-installing the battery optimizer could have cause some sort of misconfiguration.
[TouchPad General] WangGang:
Hmmm. You seem to have it worse than me haha. I can at least get TPToolbox to work.

EDIT: Oh, you mean MTP.
[TouchPad General] Jharm:
Yes, I also believe it could be the usb port on the touchpad to be fried. But it charges fine so not sure.

I'm curious if you can figure out your issue. If toolbox find it then you should be able to transfer the file through there. Just add all of the zip files you need to install on touchpad in the same USB stick as toolbox.
[TouchPad General] HP_TOUCHPAD:
MTP or USB mode to connect to PC

To make sure all is done properly as on this guide.

When Wipe_All is flash as listed on this guide, the Tablet will boot into Recovery ( TWRP ) then connect to PC. ( All is done ) nothing else to do.

Nothing else needs to be done, the TPToolbox can not be use at all after the Wipe_All has been flash.

There is no need to use the TPToolbox, only to flash the A6 firmware. ( It can not be use to flash any ROM )

If for any reason the PC does not mount any file system, check TWRP to make sure all the partitions are active, if not then flash the Wipe_All again.

All the partitions must be configure properly to be use on PC. Also try a LIVE Linux CD and connect the Tablet it should work with no issues.

If you were able to flash Wipe_All or load the TPToolbox, the cable is fine and also the Tablet.
[TouchPad General] WangGang:
MTP does work if I use TPToolbox to reformat and reset the partitions.