Viewpad 7a 'Enhanced' (RC1)
Viewpad 7a is a quick and dirty modification of the stock firmware from Viewsonic. This should be a decent alternative to the stock image, with improved performance and appearance.
Highlights:
- Removed the 'Welcome' logo and replaced with stock android boot animation.
- Replaced stock boot image with overclocked version: Credit goes to TJ Style @ Modaco.
- Minor framework modifications (got rid of annoying white status bar, and misc images).
- All packaged applications remain, but I will add or remove any upon request.
- Enabled hardware acceleration.
Notes:
- Firmware should work with compatible devices such as: Cherry Mobile Superion, Commtiva Linx N700, Olivepad VT-100, Spice MI700, and Camangi FM600....but I do not have these devices, so I cannot verify. As always make a backup before installing any custom firmwares.
Known Issues:
- You may receive an error from Swype upon initial use to the effect that 'it's not meant for this firmware and may be limited'. I haven't had any issues since seeing this, and have disregarded it for the time being.
- Root condition has been known to intermittently go away. Remedy this by running Super One Click again after you've flashed the ROM.
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I'm currently working on a Vanilla AOSP port of Gingerbread for this device, and this will be the main focus of my effort. I will try my best to answer any bug reports or requests for changes to this firmware, but won't make any promises.
As always a big thanks to everyone in the Android community that shares they're knowledge and support.
To install this firmware use ClockworkMod to flash the zip file. (I use version 2.5.1.2). Information on rooting and installing an alternative recovery partition is available here.
DISCLAIMER: I cannot be held liable for anything you do to your Viewpad 7 (or equivalent device). Make sure you are comfortable with recovery tools, such as ClockworkMod, before proceeding.
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Update (August 22nd, 2011): I've deactivated the download link until I get time to put out a better update with ITE support.
If I am not wrong this device is similar to Commtiva N700/ Spice Mi-700/ Olive Pad VT-100.
Nice to hear someone taking the initiative for development on this device
I've added the compatible devices I'm aware of to the first post. I may take advantage of CM scripting in the Gingerbread port. Will update when I have time. I've attached a screenshot from the froyo firmware below if anyone is interested.
I've been using it for the past two days without any issues. I borrowed a SIM card from a friend today to test the data connectivity and call function. Both work flawlessly. The battery life isn't as good with the CPU overclocked, but it's worth it for the extra boost of performance.
I was planning to get this device with my first salary which is few months from now
BTW, To make things easier you can use Cyanogen 7 which I think is having support for similar hardware.
Can MeeGo 1.2 be ported for this Device?
It will be releasing this April.
lakehousetech said:
I've added the compatible devices I'm aware of to the first post. I may take advantage of CM scripting in the Gingerbread port. Will update when I have time. Here's a screenshot from the froyo firmware:
I've been using it for the past two days without any issues. I borrowed a SIM card from a friend today to test the data connectivity and call function. Both work flawlessly. The battery life isn't as good with the CPU overclocked, but it's worth it for the extra boost of performance.
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Looks good.
But I prefer Android with its vanilla looks.
Can LCD density be used with this Tablet? does it work?
Please check that out.
Nice to see someone finally making a custom ROM for this device. Would be nice to have something like HyperDroidGBX for the HD2 using AOSP, Redux, CyanogenMod.... that's one hell of a nice piece of Gingerbread.
Hopefully the Viewpad 7 will get its own sub-forum and your ROM will be the first in it.
Cheers!
Cyko
harishgayatri said:
Can MeeGo 1.2 be ported for this Device?
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I don't know enough about MeeGo to comment, but I imagine it is possible...just not sure how feasible or worthwhile it would be to port it.
harishgayatri said:
Can LCD density be used with this Tablet? does it work?
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Yes LCD density can be modified and it works.
cyko said:
Hopefully the Viewpad 7 will get its own sub-forum
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I think if there's enough community interest XDA may create a dedicated forum for these devices. We'll see.
Thank you for your work. On the Russian forum owners viewpad 7 Your beginnings of this work has generated enormous interest. Would you in their versions of the firmware to include more locations? Good luck in your work. Sorry for the English.
sanata said:
Thank you for your work. On the Russian forum owners viewpad 7 Your beginnings of this work has generated enormous interest. Would you in their versions of the firmware to include more locations? Good luck in your work. Sorry for the English.
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Adding a Russian keyboard and locales would not be difficult if you know of another ROM that is using them in Froyo, or perhaps someone has them on a repo somewhere?
Great to see this!
I just bought a Viewpad for my wife, so this is perfect!
smnc said:
Great to see this!
I just bought a Viewpad for my wife, so this is perfect!
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Glad I could help! Let me know if you have any suggestions for future changes.
lakehousetech said:
Viewpad 7a 'Enhanced' (RC1)
Viewpad 7a is a quick and dirty modification of the stock firmware from Viewsonic. This should be a decent alternative to the stock image, with improved performance and appearance.
Highlights:
- Removed the 'Welcome' logo and replaced with stock android boot animation.
- Replaced stock boot image with overclocked version: Credit goes to TJ Style @ Modaco.
- Minor framework modifications (got rid of annoying white status bar, and misc images).
- All packaged applications remain, but I will add or remove any upon request.
- Enabled hardware acceleration.
Notes:
- Firmware should work with compatible devices such as: Cherry Mobile Superion, Commtiva Linx N700, Olivepad VT-100, Spice MI700, and Camangi FM600....but I do not have these devices, so I cannot verify. As always make a backup before installing any custom firmwares.
Known Issues:
- You may receive an error from Swype upon initial use to the effect that 'it's not meant for this firmware and may be limited'. I haven't had any issues since seeing this, and have disregarded it for the time being.
****************************************************************************************************
I'm currently working on a Vanilla AOSP port of Gingerbread for this device, and this will be the main focus of my effort. I will try my best to answer any bug reports or requests for changes to this firmware, but won't make any promises.
As always a big thanks to everyone in the Android community that shares they're knowledge and support.
To install this firmware use ClockworkMod to flash the zip file. (I use version 2.5.1.2). Information on rooting and installing an alternative recovery partition is available here.
DISCLAIMER: I cannot be held liable for anything you do to your Viewpad 7 (or equivalent device). Make sure you are comfortable with recovery tools, such as ClockworkMod, before proceeding.
Download Link:
http://www.mediafire.com/?8plz5l9td3swith
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I have clockworkmod recovery installed, works, and overclock boot.img installed works too.
My VIEWPAD 7 has still stock ROM with Chinese handwriting touch, if I flash this custom ROM, do I loss Chinese handwriting function ?
Does all wifi, bluetooth, GPS, 3G network, multi-touch remain the same ?
Also, I am looking for App2SD script, to extend my internal /data/apps -> mSD card (ext2/3/4) paritition too.
thanks, cheers
James
keijames said:
I have clockworkmod recovery installed, works, and overclock boot.img installed works too.
My VIEWPAD 7 has still stock ROM with Chinese handwriting touch, if I flash this custom ROM, do I loss Chinese handwriting function ?
Does all wifi, bluetooth, GPS, 3G network, multi-touch remain the same ?
Also, I am looking for App2SD script, to extend my internal /data/apps -> mSD card (ext2/3/4) paritition too.
thanks, cheers
James
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I've done some tricks used a symbolic link for moved /data/dalvik-cache to /cache I will free up a lot of space in /data
Also the /cache partition is so huge. Is there any method to re-partition it?
TO: mp9_sit
This is good news, can you share your steps pls.
thanks
James
Sure, I will prepare some steps and open a new thread within this 2 days
Update: Already posted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12742585
Flashed successfully on my Wellcom A800 WePAD, Thailand model. Works really fast! Thank you so much!
lakehousetech said:
Viewpad 7a 'Enhanced' (RC1)
Viewpad 7a is a quick and dirty modification of the stock firmware from Viewsonic. This should be a decent alternative to the stock image, with improved performance and appearance.
Highlights:
- Removed the 'Welcome' logo and replaced with stock android boot animation.
- Replaced stock boot image with overclocked version: Credit goes to TJ Style @ Modaco.
- Minor framework modifications (got rid of annoying white status bar, and misc images).
- All packaged applications remain, but I will add or remove any upon request.
- Enabled hardware acceleration.
Notes:
- Firmware should work with compatible devices such as: Cherry Mobile Superion, Commtiva Linx N700, Olivepad VT-100, Spice MI700, and Camangi FM600....but I do not have these devices, so I cannot verify. As always make a backup before installing any custom firmwares.
Known Issues:
- You may receive an error from Swype upon initial use to the effect that 'it's not meant for this firmware and may be limited'. I haven't had any issues since seeing this, and have disregarded it for the time being.
****************************************************************************************************
I'm currently working on a Vanilla AOSP port of Gingerbread for this device, and this will be the main focus of my effort. I will try my best to answer any bug reports or requests for changes to this firmware, but won't make any promises.
As always a big thanks to everyone in the Android community that shares they're knowledge and support.
To install this firmware use ClockworkMod to flash the zip file. (I use version 2.5.1.2). Information on rooting and installing an alternative recovery partition is available here.
DISCLAIMER: I cannot be held liable for anything you do to your Viewpad 7 (or equivalent device). Make sure you are comfortable with recovery tools, such as ClockworkMod, before proceeding.
Download Link:
http://www.mediafire.com/?8plz5l9td3swith
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I order a viewpad 7 from amazon on saturday. I had some concern about it and was wondering if I made the right choice. Now that I see that you are working on increasing its performance, I feel comfortable with my choice now.
I install gappinstaller v5 on a archos 70 and 101 with no problem by following the step by step direction. I dont have my viewpad 7 as yet but I hope the installation goes smoothly. I donate
I flashed it to a WellcoM A800 and the GSM radio doesn't work anymore. Whatever I do it indicates that I'm in airplane mode. I tried with three different SIM cards with the same result.
Please advise...
Thanks
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Glad I could help! Let me know if you have any suggestions for future changes.
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The ViewPad finally arrived this morning. Got it all rooted, CWM'd and the ROM installed.
Nice work!
The wife will love it when she gets home tonight!
I'll definately let you know if I come up with any suggestions.
Well, one suggestion now:
move all the non-essential apps from system to data so they're easily removable.
Actually I can do that myself in a little bit...
Looking forward to Gingerbread!
Thanks again!
Hello everyone I just started New Thread for our new device Huawei Mediapad 7 lite
1 rooting
2 cwm installing
3 custom rom
4 bricking
5 unbricking
6 .................?
I got rooted my device with unlockroot tool u can get it from official web unlockroot.com
now I am testing to flash cwm recovery by using a lot of method but not passed ,
I think this device hasn't download mod
but there is official way to flash official firmware with dload ( inside : unlmt.cfg ,update ) copy dload folder to sdcard and just reboot ,
and there is the way to flash cwm recovery.img by entering fastboot mod but when I did it I got problem that my pc doesn't recognize device even installed all drivers related .ie fastboot ,adb and usb driver . Any advice ! Thanks
My experience on this device
1 No proximity sensor u can not use flip cover to screen on off
2 No hdmi port
3 No flash light
4 No phone speaker the voice only come from back speaker and headphone
5 No auto brightness
6 No fm radio
And if i may add something:
A 1.0Ghz Cortex A8 CPU with Vivante GC800 GPU that is good but has a very poor gaming compatibility.
I put the CPU speed in bold because the tablet is announced everywhere as a 1.2ghz, including Huawei's site, but that's not true. I will be returning mine tomorrow after i complained about this at the store. The store contacted Huawei and their reply was:
"we are sorry for the mistake, the MediaPad 7 Lite has infact a 1.0ghz CPU instead of the announced 1.2ghz", etc, etc, etc. But despite this statement, the device remains announced as a 1.2ghz tablet.
The tablet is well built, and not as slow as some reviewers say, but i can't trust a company that does this kind of stuff. Plus, they don't seem to plan to release JB for it (not even ICS 4.0.4)
Anyway, i wish the best of luck to anyone that is willing to develop software for it, i know from experience that everything is possible here at XDA.
Sorry for spamming a bit, but i think everyone deserves to know this.
Sure, it isn't the fastest tablet out there - but for what you pay, it isn't bad either. From what I have seen around here, you can install an overclock-capable kernel and get some decent speed out of it - and the build quality isn't bad at all. I use it (stock) to play a few games, such as Mini Motor Racing, and check my social networks when out and about - and it does those, and YouTube streaming, just fine.
It would be nice to see something like Cyanogen support this little tablet. I don't think Huawei will.
sow bad
Hello,
I'm new here and I'd like to clarify one thing. I'd love to ditch the official os. The thing is, I've read somewhere that android 7 doesn't support andreno 330 due to lack of hardware support for openGL es 3.1. So I'd like to know if it's the same for Android 6? Will my gpu function properly? I just want to turn my hdx 7 into android tablet. I don't mind some minor glitches with bluetooth, etc, but I need to be able to install gp store and have the gpu work properly.
Gido77 said:
Hello,
I'm new here and I'd like to clarify one thing. I'd love to ditch the official os. The thing is, I've read somewhere that android 7 doesn't support andreno 330 due to lack of hardware support for openGL es 3.1. So I'd like to know if it's the same for Android 6? Will my gpu function properly? I just want to turn my hdx 7 into android tablet. I don't mind some minor glitches with bluetooth, etc, but I need to be able to install gp store and have the gpu work properly.
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Don't know what you read but it doesn't apply to this device as Android 7.1 is the primary custom ROM (4 variants). There is some prep involved before you can go that route including unlocking the bootloader. Got access to a Linux or OS X (Mac) environment? You can also unlock with a Windows host but the ride is none too fun.
Davey126 said:
Don't know what you read but it doesn't apply to this device as Android 7.1 is the primary custom ROM (4 variants). There is some prep involved before you can go that route including unlocking the bootloader. Got access to a Linux or OS X (Mac) environment? You can also unlock with a Windows host but the ride is none too fun.
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I've jus rooted my Thor 4.5.5.3. Yes, I have access to Mac running high sierra. I want to use this ROM, as it says the gpu's working:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ki...ment/rom-cm-13-kindle-hdx-2015-11-29-t3259732
I was reading this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/thor-4-5-5-2-easy-to-root-unlock-t3571240
So that one click unlock bootloader is the best way? Once I get it unlocked, can I flash a new ROM with twrp? I'm trying to find appropriate guide.
Gido77 said:
I've jus rooted my Thor 4.5.5.3. Yes, I have access to Mac running high sierra. I want to use this ROM, as it says the gpu's working:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ki...ment/rom-cm-13-kindle-hdx-2015-11-29-t3259732
I was reading this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/thor-4-5-5-2-easy-to-root-unlock-t3571240
So that one click unlock bootloader is the best way? Once I get it unlocked, can I flash a new ROM with twrp? I'm trying to find appropriate guide.
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As previously stated integrated GPU works fine with all contemporary Android 7.1 based ROMs for this device. This can be observed with varying loads via any well regarded kernel manager. In my experience the default msm_adrino_tz governor works best. Not that it matters much. 330 is ridiculously weak. Don't be that outlier that tilts to some obscure writing ("read somewhere") that has no basis in reality. Android 7.1 could care less about the underlying hardware as kernel handles the interfaces.
See this thread for info on unlocking the bootloader. You will need to PM the author for a copy of the appropriate scripts. There is a manual method (what I always use) but 1-click makes the process much easier...especially for those unfamiliar with this device which ain't your typical Android gizmo. Good luck.
Hi, noob to Nook , looking for assistance in rooting. I found 2 Nook tablets at a trhirft store a nook tablet and nook color tablet both in great condition. I wanted to know how i can root both of them and also im not sure if i have to revert back to older Firmware since I charged them both and registered and updated both to 1.4.4 firmware update can this be done or is their a new process /steps on how to root on 1.4.4 lot information out there just do not want to do the wrong process.
PLease do not flame me!!
Thank you in advance!!
gow75 said:
Hi, noob to Nook , looking for assistance in rooting. I found 2 Nook tablets at a trhirft store a nook tablet and nook color tablet both in great condition. I wanted to know how i can root both of them and also im not sure if i have to revert back to older Firmware since I charged them both and registered and updated both to 1.4.4 firmware update can this be done or is their a new process /steps on how to root on 1.4.4 lot information out there just do not want to do the wrong process.
PLease do not flame me!!
Thank you in advance!!
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Do you just want to root or are you intending to flash a custom ROM?
Rooting in itself will not get you much as the OS is so old for either tablet that you won't be able to do much. Even internet browsing will be a challenge.
And so the reason I ask is that you don't need to go through a rooting process to flash a custom ROM (which might allow you root access).
nmyshkin said:
Do you just want to root or are you intending to flash a custom ROM?
Rooting in itself will not get you much as the OS is so old for either tablet that you won't be able to do much. Even internet browsing will be a challenge.
And so the reason I ask is that you don't need to go through a rooting process to flash a custom ROM (which might allow you root access).
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ok thanks for the feedback, I am not sure only that when it is customized (rooted) it will open to other things. I really just want to use to read books such as pdf, .epub etc and not have to pay an arm and leg in how expensive Barnes and noble is these days.
gow75 said:
ok thanks for the feedback, I am not sure only that when it is customized (rooted) it will open to other things. I really just want to use to read books such as pdf, .epub etc and not have to pay an arm and leg in how expensive Barnes and noble is these days.
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OK, so rooting is not really customizing. It just allows you to make changes at the system level.
As far as I recall, at least the Nook Tablet's current OS (which is Android 2.3--I think) will allow you to install your own apps without any rooting or other changes. You could pick from a small number of readers that have versions for Gingerbread, or even use some of the apps that run on the Nook Simple Touch (Android 2.1).
I'm not sure about the Nook Color since I do not own one.
That said, if you just want to read epubs and pdfs, the stock B&N reader on the Nook Tablet can do both and you can side-load your own books without buying any from B&N.
If you want a more modern tablet which can run a decent browser, video and music apps, better readers, etc., then you would want to flash a custom ROM like the CyanogenMod ROMs that have been developed over the (for example) all the way up to Android 7.0 (Nougat) and give reasonably good performance (at least for the 16 gb model; the 8 gb model is better off with Android 5.1 or 6.01). Those ROMs come with root options for further individual customization.
ok Thank you for the further info that helps a lot, however I would like to find books to put on the nook via internal storage and add a sd card as well, I want to put my own downloads not just from Barnes and noble can you recommend website that provides
This is probably a long shot but I'll try....
We're rolling out some bedside entertainment tablets but they arrived from China (ELC) with Android 7.1.2. We need them running at least Android 11. We've reached out to the vendor that sold them and have been getting the run around for months. They tell us it's possible but they're waiting on ELC to provide the update. I've gone to ELC directly as well but nothing there either.
Since these are based on a RockChip 3399 chip (I have root and an unlocked bootloader) is it possible to upgrade these on my own with a stock image? I honestly have no idea if this can be done but figured I would try here for any input. We're really having a hard time with both companies...
Thanks for any help!
To clarify things: Stock ROM is the ROM that comes with device when getting released / shipped. You've to flash a suitable Custom ROM by means of a matching Custom Recovery in order to ugrade current device's Android.
Did you ever find a suitable custom ROM? I have no idea how to ‘match custom rom recovery’. Everywhere I look seems to talk about radio units. I have a tablet too and it has NO discernible device name or model that is recognisable .. tried to download a rom or two and they don’t finish pushing through ADB so I’m assuming I need the right ROM..