yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General] Shaady:
Is it really not the latest one?

By latest i mean the official one, im still a bit scared to try the cooked stuff!
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General] grahamkdt:
I'm with you on this one!

... yes, that is the latest one released officially from HTC. Other users in this forum may have newer versions, but like you, I'm keeping to the official version for now. I'm certainly not having any of the issues people are discussing here, which makes me wonder... would they still be having these issues had they not upgraded their device with an unofficial ROM?
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General] mccune:
A hard reset on a PPC is like using a restore CD\DVD on your desktop computer. It will place the initial software back erasing all data.

So there is no need to update. Also, the latest build or number does not mean it's the best. So if you like your device just leave it as it is.. ..meanwhile read about other users experience about different ROM's this way you stay on the save side :)
[Touch Diamond, MDA Compact IV General] Shaady:
Thanks for the replies.

I am having no problems at all with it now, its running really well, so think i am just going to leave it as it is for the moment!
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Anthony1300:
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (samsung-hlte) - postmarketOS Wiki

wiki.postmarketos.org

Anyone tested this? Is it still maintained?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
Not on here .
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] naaapu:
Hi guys, only want to share my experience trying to install the google app and google assistant in my Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

1) Download the google app (wear os) on apk mirror

2) active the developer mode in the watch, turn on debug mode and debug on wifi

3) install "Wear installer" on my phone and connect to the watch, from here traspassing and install the google app on the watch

4) the app not show in the launcher, but i can change the predefined assistent app to Google!!! I show you in the pictures added

I have no idea how to make this work, but is promissing!! Maybe somebody read this and can make it, or maybe this almost compatibility mean that the official app is coming in the near futue!

Sorry for my english, im spanishView attachment 5416539View attachment 5416541
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] CrazyCypher:
Hopefully soon :)
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] prototovsky:
If you install google go apk or other assistant also shows on this menu, but for now seems that only bixby is mapped to home button longpress
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] beautyangel:
Google Assistant on Galaxy Watch 4 classic. Working for me. I follow theses steps

And Download this apk here : https://t.me/newsgw/2028

Google Assistant Go Galaxy Watch 4.apk

6.5 MB

and in your watch 4 go to settings, Apps, Choose default Apps, Digital Assistant App, Choose Google assistant Go and scroll down to OK button. You are done.

I use Bugjaeger 3.0 on my phone to Sideload my Apk's " follow the steps on youtube to sideload apk's from your mobile to your smartwatch.

Bugjaeger 3.0
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] krogoth:
Thanks, assistant works well. Ui is not perfect but no problem using it.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
Interesting. The video in Spanish isn't terribly helpful, though. I am sure there are others out there. Seems like there would be a simpler way to sideload to the watch, but maybe not. Are you nervous about running some random APK? Good find on the "default app" > assistant. Didn't even notice that until now. How are your "activating" the assistant when you want to use it? Do you have to launch the app each time? Or did you bind it to a button or action on your watch face or something?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] darklighter43:
I just set custom key to double press to activate Google Assistant.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] Sicron:
Is there also a non-telegram download link somewhere?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] dreamtheater39:
It's a gimped version of the assistant....can't play music on Spotify or youtube music, can't use find directions or navigate to commands....when not connected to the phone on bluetooth it struggles to process queries. And most frustrating of all.....screen powers down terminating the request mid way....and setting as default assistant makes no difference, long press still opens up ****sby. Need to remap double tap home to launch app....which takes a while to fire up

Can't wait for Google to release it officially....
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] CrazyCypher:
Yes I agree it's frustrating but it's useful for making shopping lists, calls, messages etc... It's best we have for now, hopefully official one comes as soon as possible
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] MastNi:
Can you please give me a favour send me the link of Wi-Fi internal internet something I don't have any and minutes in my phone I don't hav
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] krogoth:
Assitant and chrome in attachment.

Booth are working. Just sideload it, and set assistant as default.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
Cool/thanks.

Is there an easy way to sideload? What method do you use? Also, is Chrome required for the Assistant, or did you just include that as a bonus? :)
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] krogoth:
Bugjeager works just fine.

Chrome is a bonus. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] MastNi:
How to associated
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
krogoth, thanks again. I finally went ahead and tried it. Sent the two APK's to my phone with Airdroid. Put watch in developer mode, figured out how to turn on ADB and force wifi on (I had to disconnect bluetooth). Loaded Bugjeager on my phone. Went into developer options on watch to find IP address, connected to it in Bugjeager, finally figured out how to upload an app :) Bingo- it is on the watch! Binded it to top button double press, turned off ADB, turned off Wifi and BT back on....

It actually works (at least for now). Obviously not designed for round screens. Even has a dialog on the bottom I can't dismiss, since I can't see it. But it can answer questions (what is the time? What is the square root of 13? What is my battery level? etc). When I ask to SEE something like "show me a picture of a cat", nothing appears. I installed Chrome too, to see if it would launch that to show it... it doesn't. I don't think it can show anything due to the lack of space on the screen and no way to navigate (that I can figure out, anyway). Also times out too quickly sometimes.

Anyway, I will play with it some. It might have a lot of issues, but it is a hell of a lot more functional than NOTHING!
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] dreamtheater39:
It might have a lot of issues, but it is a hell of a lot more functional than NOTHING....and Bixby!
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] speedme:
Is this still the version where you have to donate to the creator ?

And do you have to give out your Google account to a third party (or creator) ?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
I am no expert on this, but it didn't ask me to donate, there doesn't seem to be any ads, and I didn't enter my Google Account information anywhere to use it.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] krogoth:
No. It's just a little bit modded version of official Google Assitant Go. It just works without any suspicious procedure. Just install and run.

It integrates with system correctly, so You don't have to provide any strange permissions, and it will use default google account on the watch.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] speedme:
Thank you both for the clarification.

I will have a go at it tomorrow
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] Bright09:
got mine to go tonight
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
Also won't send text messages. Says it will, but nothing is actually sent.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] CrazyCypher:
Is it modded or just this version of assistant go: https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-assistant-go/google-assistant-go-2-8-0-release/

Because latest version does not work, but this one does... Isn't it the same?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] demanded:
2 questions about this method.

1- Is there any way to get the assistant to respond to the "Ok/Hey Google" hotword?

2- Is there any way to have the watch assistant work in tandem with my phone assistant? Eg. Set a timer through the phone and shut if off via the watch?

Both phone and watch are signed in to the same Google account.

Other than that, a nice fix until its officially released for the Watch4. Thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] mkengel:
No this is a different version "Google assistant Go" but needs to be sideloaded because is not intended for wear Os.

Now this works a little better (Set alarms , open apps, etc.)
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] CrazyCypher:
Works a little better than what?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] mkengel:
Better than this versión

which is based on API for Tv and speakers with assistant and having to donate $ 5.00 dlls. Security concerns
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] Jamesch:
Thanks for this, I was getting frustrated why it doesn't work for me, I was trying v2.9.1
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] brunes:
Installed tonight. Works OK, better than Bixby for sure. Still doesn't resolve the largest annoyance on the Watch 4 LTE which is the inability to mark call by phone/watch as default, NOR ability to specify by voice. Makes making calls with voice only impossible.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] jralabate:
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[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
Hello! SO, there are a lot links. I want to get the Watch 4 and definitely would like to try and get Google Assistant on the watch.

Which is the current best method?

I was thinking about using this YouTuber's method, but you're right, it might be kind of shady? There's a video from AllStarSpace entitled "Galaxy Watch 4 - Google Assistant - Installation Guide!"

Thanks for any info!
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
Thanks! I took it off on mine, maybe edit your quote of mine to make sure it's not posted. Although someone posted it above mine, I realized.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] juan518:
Hi, got my watch on Friday and i've been tinkering with it trying to find a way to enable the google assistant. I went a step further from installing the google (wear os) apk and also sideloaded the google assistant apk, this was the result:

It says that the assistant is not compatible with the device

One thing to note is that i sideloaded the full Assistant, if someone manages to extract the assistant apk from old wearOS watches, that might work.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] juan518:
Also, for those ussing the Assistant Go, you can remove the blue button by temporarily changing the dpi of the device to a lower value

https://www.reddit.com/r/WearOS/comments/p3jd8t

With Bugjaeger the commands are:

wm density ---> To display the current screen density

wm density 180 ---> To apply a custom density, for example 180

wm density reset ---> To restore the default density of the watch
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] robertwhitten87:
That!!! that is what I needed. The bluebox was bugging the hell out of me! thank you good sir!
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
Okay, so with Google Assistant Go on the Watch 4, what exactly can and can't it do, then?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] shaker74:
this one can do anything. except for launching through the voice of okay google.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
OKay, so I can activate it and tell it to send texts, make reminders, etc? I just can't say "okay google, send a text," I need to press the app, then say "send a text," right?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] shaker74:
yes you need to press
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] petersm:
Maybe anybody can help out. I tried downloading the apk from apk mirror and using wear installer to load the apk. it keeps saying that the app is not for wear os. tried 2.8, 2.9 and 2.12 (latest available). what am I doing wrong?

n.b.: I have enabled dev options / debug over wifi .
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
I dunno, but this video looks helpful?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] oxfordmark:
I just installed GA Go 2.8 (the newer out of the two) from APK mirror. It installed ok, but is not very responsive when you open the app. Set to double pressing the top button to open GA but it doesn't.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] oxfordmark:
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/googl...221-armeabi-v7a-release-android-apk-download/ - this one is much more responsive
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] sputnik99:
How did you change the app from bixby to Google?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] naaapu:
Settings, apps, predefined apps, digital assistant
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] oxfordmark:
So it does! Will ok Google work now? What's the benefit setting out to Google Assistant?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
No

Because at least you can perform some limited searching and commands and such. Something not possible with Bixby (which is pretty useless). This Google Go is of limited value, but it is better than nothing, as we continue to wait and wait for Samsung/Google to get off their butts and give us proper Google Assistant.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] en6ads:
I installed this version: https://xdaforums.com/t/google-assi...221-armeabi-v7a-release-android-apk-download/ using this tool: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.agondev.easyfiretools&hl=en_US&gl=US

-I asked it to run a routine I have (to open a door lock), and get this reply: "Routines are not supported on this device"

-I tried MyQ garage door opener: "Sorry, MyQ is not supported on this device"

-Turning on home smart lights and switches work.

- I can't see my nest doorbell camera or any indoor camera - it does nothing

-Asking what's playing on another device works

-Music: "play {insert band or genre}" does not work (says will play on youtube music but nothing happens. "Play BBC Radio 2" does not work (says need to install apple music). "Play {insert radio station here} on iHeart radio" does not work. "Open iHeart radio" works.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
Interesting.

I installed the one that @krogoth posted earlier in this thread. It is version 2.8.0.346747673 (Target: Android 10) (which is newer than what you just installed). When I go to the link you posted, it is apparent what I installed is quite old- almost a year old, Dec 12, 2020. Since then, there have been two newer releases:

2.9.1.367582902 March 29, 2021 (Target: Android 10)

2.12.0.406535943 November 12, 2021 (Target: Android 12)

I thought the one that @krogoth posted was a "modified" version to deal with the small screen. Is that correct?

Has anyone tried one of the newer versions above? If so, did it work? Work better? If not, has whoever "modded" the 2.8.0 version tried modding one of the newer ones?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] oxfordmark:
Yes but I don't trust a 3rd party assistant app.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] en6ads:
Yes, I tried the latest, Google Assistant Go 2.12.0.406535943.release (arm-v7a), but it's laggy and doesn't have microphone input ( doesn't recognize it). The 2.8 version I installed is way less laggy and voice search works.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
Ok, just curious, and I'm being serious...

Is Bixby really that bad? I mean, I totally want Google Assistant on the Watch 4, and I am a Google Assistant fan. And our of principle, it IS a Wear os watch, it SHOULD have GA on it.

But just curious, can't Bixby do all the common things like Sending Texts, Weather, Opening Apps, etc?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] gavelis:
Bixby can´t fill my shopping/todo list in Google keep. Bixby can´t start Brooklyn 99 on Netflix on my Sony Android TV. And Bixby even can´t tell me how old Angela Merkel is or where the next pharmacy is. It doesn´t know how to get to the football stadium.

"What´s my address?" Bixby: "Thanks for asking, I´m fine"

Google Assistant is lot more useful in my opinion.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
WOW, that's... lol.

How reliable are these on the GW4?

"Send a text to _________"

"Set reminder at 4pm to ______________"
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] petersm:
Yes this worked, thanks a lot!
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] KreGgiants:
I installed the 2.8 version, an issue I found is that after a few seconds the watch times out and it stops talking. I have the time out for 15s.

And sometimes the watch thinks I don't have my wrist upwards and locks before also.

But it's already a progress :)

Now only if Google would already release the official.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
I have this issue also. Sometimes it works perfectly. Other times it will put the screen-saver digital time thing over top of it before I can speak or while it is speaking and I have to activate it again. This is even with AOD on.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] Vlatard_2:
Bi

Bixby

Bixby is not so bad. The phone version of Bixby brings you almost the same features of GA(almost). It will be perfect for me...but this handicapped watch version, is terrible. If only could make internet searches...
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] ProperNoun:
Bixby flat out doesn't fit in for me. I have Google and Nest devices throughout my home that work just fine with Assistant. Even if it were possible, I don't want to set every light bulb, smart switch, ceiling fan, tv, etc. up with Samsung Smart Things.

"Hey, Bixby, turn on the lamp." just gets a screen that reads 'Please wait' and never does anything. "Hey, Bixby, turn on the TV." 'Oh, I couldn't find that device.' because Smart Things only works with Samsung televisions and all four in my home are Vizio (which work just fine with Google Assistant).

I'm waiting for a new Wear OS device so we can snag and sideload Assistant from it.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
New video from ckid tv
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] edwardob:
easy installation ok... not sure what use it is but it works
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] garailcat:
dude's more sus than a broken toaster...
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
I dunno, seems like a straightforward how-to. Isn't that what time it the tutorials here say?

But sure doesn't seem like a dev, if that's what you mean.

Anyways, looking forward to GA!
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
Urban Dictionary: sus

Giving the impression that something is questionable or dishonest; suspicious. This word gained popularity with being the catchphrase in the online multiplayer game among us.

www.urbandictionary.com

Oh, OK, yeah, I might agree with that.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] garailcat:
ga is never coming, it was scrapped i think
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
☹️

One can hope. In the meantime, there's the ga go.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] smentoma:
Yes i install this version from last video and work realy well after first run. But after a while when pressed duble power button there is a lag like 30 s and freeze smartwatch completly. I think the app cant stayed opend in backgreound it closed but when is running in background work well. Is there a way to remain opened?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] CrazyCypher:
Source?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] rremiaszz:
pulled it out of his .... you know :)
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] Kaba123:
Is it possible to send text and voicemessages via WhatsApp like in the all-star video? The command "configure WhatsApp" isn't working.

I also have the 15sec off issue.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
Maybe we should set the timer to do 30 seconds and not 15?I have 15 seconds set, too.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] nevvjeff:
Recent user of galaxy watch 4, I found here a solution to add Google assistant on the watch, but for my experience this solution is little buggy

Sometimes when I launch Google Assistant go (with app link or buton double tap) the watch freeze sometime more than 30 sec, not really helpfull.

For my last try (I already have check all app permission) the app don't reconize voice command.

So at the moment it's not really a great deal for me to use this, more than nothing but when bug comes, it was really more speed to go to the phone to have full experience of google assistant without bug or freeze.....
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] bingblop:
Does anybody know what's in this Chrome apk that makes it work on Galaxy Watch? It's definitely an older version but I think it was modded so it doesn't crash on Wear OS.

Also, With this Chrome app installed on Galaxy Watch, it lends support for Google Go SearchLite v1.7 to launch links within SearchLite instead of an external browser on Galaxy Watch. I'd love to explore this dynamic further. Usually I use it with Samsung browser where Google Go provides quick searching and external linking into Samsung Internet. Now I can just do everything within Google Go which lends support for Lite web pages option. Note: Newer versions of Search Lite don't work.

With Chrome installed, is it possible that the watch gains WebView or CCT support?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] chitowncubsball:
When I try to send a text message using Google Assistant Go on my galaxy watch 4, it says that it is sending the message, but it never appears in the messages app on my watch or my phone. Has anyone else experienced this?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
https://xdaforums.com/t/google-assistant-on-watch-4-wear-os.4337733/post-85721651

"Also won't send text messages. Says it will, but nothing is actually sent."
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] bingblop:
Are you using the stock Samsung app or the Google messaging app that is downloaded from play store? I'm not sure but I think it needs to be the Google messages.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] crxssi:
That would suck. Personally, I use nothing but Textra. On my Samsung phone, using actual Google Assistant works fine with Textra for sending/getting text messages.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] bingblop:
Update: I just tried sending a message with GA Go from my GW4. The lyin ho said she was sending the message. Later when I checked to see if it was really send, nothing but crickets.

So I'm not sure what's going on. But I tried again with No success. However, calling does work.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] bingblop:
Yep so it seems you're not alone my friend. I could've sworn it worked before... Maybe it needs the native Samsung messages? I uninstalled it on my watch and only use Google messages.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] Kaba123:
With these Alberto version it seems possible to say "configure WhatsApp" and then even possible to send voice messages. With this go version it's not possible for me.

Also reminder isn't working. If I say like "remind me to bring the garbage out in 15 min", it says ok I'll remind you, but nothing happen. Timer and alarm is working.

Also taking notes or create a list with Google keep does not work.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] bingblop:
We have to remember that GA go was designed for a Mobile Device, not watch so the process it uses to complete tasks probably don't line up exactly right with some things and it crashes. For instance, making a call is virtually the same across every device so it works. Opening an app and doing an app action with differ between devices since the UI is different.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] funkpod:
Yeah, it's super frustrating. Basically, I have found Bixby to be way more reliable in sending messages and setting reminders.

STILL, the watch is way fast and responsive, in general. A great watch.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] chitowncubsball:
I am using the stock Samsung app. That sounds like it will do the trick if I switch. I think I'll likely just use Bixby to text and GA for everything else so I can continue to use the stock messaging platform (which I surprisingly like).