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Just a quick question from a long time XDA post-reader, recently turned question-asker. I have done some development for Android, having created an app, and am aware of ROMs having flashed Cyanogenmod to my HTC Desire C and Kindle Fire HD 2012.
I love to tinker and really utilise a new device as much as I possibly can, and am considering buying the Samsung Galaxy Gear Fit. The only quam I have is the apparent lack of ability to create firmware and otherwise modify the Fit. I know the Fit runs an custom-built RTOS, and that it has a download mode where firmware updates can be flashed using ODIN or similar. Is there any way that a custom firmware could created, or modified from the original?
Furthermore, during my internet digging, I came across several sites proclaiming that Samsung have released an SDK for the Fit allowing rudimental custom notification pushes and similar basic functionality. Is there anyone that can vouch for this ability and support for the SDK?
P.S. As a new user I am unable to post external links. The SDK's are called Samsung mobile, and S Health SDK. A quick search on the Samsung developer site returns them.
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They released Samsung Mobile SDK, but libs for Gear Fit are still missing. IMHO I think that they will never release libs for Gear Fit. It's more then 4 months from publishing Gear Fit on market. I don't recommend use this gadget witn non-Samsung mobile. With Samsung mobile everything was working very well, but now I have LG G3 and I can't use Fitness functions and also there are problems with reconnection via BT.
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Even the Accessory and Remote Sensor?:crying:
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I don't know much about this, but what I know is that libs for Gear Fit are unavailable.
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Much better choice is LG G Watch. I have Gear Fit, but with LG G3 are useless. So maybe I'll buy LG G Watch and sell Gear Fit.
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I prefer the band to a square face though, and the heart rate monitor looks useful.
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Heartrate is the worst function that Gear Fit had. Because is inaccurate and useless at all. You can read a lot about this at the community G+.
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I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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No one?!
Do you also want to use it in long trips or for GPS? If then the extra battery capacity from the galaxy player 5 suits the needs. Because honestly all of the following works perfectly well for a VOIP. Also if you are looking for development support from XDA you might consider the galaxy s. I would personally get the galaxy s because of the better custom roms and the capability of using a backup battery, which a player 5 cannot do
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Hi,
I have a Tmobile HD7 windows phone also that has GREAT GPS. I found a couple Samsung Capitivate and Fascinates for around 50-60.... yeah I'm tempted for them cuz ill probably be tethering it.... the main thing is that the player 5 has the big screen haha.... yeah but im leaning towards a used Galaxy S.
Thanks!
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Do you also want to use it in long trips or for GPS? If then the extra battery capacity from the galaxy player 5 suits the needs. Because honestly all of the following works perfectly well for a VOIP. Also if you are looking for development support from XDA you might consider the galaxy s. I would personally get the galaxy s because of the better custom roms and the capability of using a backup battery, which a player 5 cannot do
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gashin said:
I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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The Galaxy Player 4.0 is based on the Galaxy S1 so I'd go with the S1 because there are way more devs for it. Spec vs Spec the only thing in favor of the GP 4.0 is that it has duel stereo speakers and that's about it lol. The S1 has a much better screen and better camera. Now the 5.0 is a little different. It has of course the Screen Size, LED Flash, and a much bigger battery. Also it has a bit more devs, however it's screen is actually worse than the 4.0's and it uses a Yamaha DAC so it's sound quality isn't as nice as the GP4.0/S1 (whom use the same DAC). So like I said go for the S1 and be careful shopping on craiglist.
5.0 is worth it with reservations - old rom and no updates
gashin said:
I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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hi
I've already bought a 5.0 from new and overall I'm reasonably impressed. It's a good vivid player with all the flexibility of Android to boot and a microSD card slot!.
I decided to purchase a separate music device rather than run my phone that way to avoid running my battery down...
However I would warn you that for the UK version that I bought, it seems to be stuck running Android 2.2.2 with no sign of an update any time this century. It's starting to be restrictive with regards to apps. Furthermore although some will tell you "just root it and update the rom"...I've yet to see a simple (for a noob) rooting process and set of roots that would at least match the stability of the stock version for the 5.0/4.0.
I've searched the fora and there's a lot of info to digest....
Did you try superoneclick?
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Just some food for thought. I noticed that the Galaxy Player line is no longer available to buy, brand new, from Amazon (only third party sellers) and that Best Buy shows any of the players as "not available for shipping". I was curious what was going on and begin to find that it is possible the Galaxy Player line is being entirely discontinued. I hated to hear this, but think it is important to keep in mind as Dev support could become continuously smaller - it isn't large by any means at the moment.
If you are okay with the possibility of no support outside of forums, I would say to go for it. They are great devices as media players and even a type of 'wifi only' phone. Good luck with your decision!
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Hi,
I have a Tmobile HD7 windows phone also that has GREAT GPS. I found a couple Samsung Capitivate and Fascinates for around 50-60.... yeah I'm tempted for them cuz ill probably be tethering it.... the main thing is that the player 5 has the big screen haha.... yeah but im leaning towards a used Galaxy S.
Thanks!
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Good choice you should be careful buying a used galaxy though. They are notorious for the power button breaking. There's a workaround however by installing an app where you can turn it on with a volume button.
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I've just bought a 5.0 (typing from it now) and because I'm in the UK it came with 2.2.2 and I can't update to gingerbread automatically, everything is working fine is there any significant changes updating to gingerbread?
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I've just bought a 5.0 (typing from it now) and because I'm in the UK it came with 2.2.2 and I can't update to gingerbread automatically, everything is working fine is there any significant changes updating to gingerbread?
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don't you have to update via Kies Mini?
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Luna_Sky said:
Just some food for thought. I noticed that the Galaxy Player line is no longer available to buy, brand new, from Amazon (only third party sellers) and that Best Buy shows any of the players as "not available for shipping". I was curious what was going on and begin to find that it is possible the Galaxy Player line is being entirely discontinued. I hated to hear this, but think it is important to keep in mind as Dev support could become continuously smaller - it isn't large by any means at the moment.
If you are okay with the possibility of no support outside of forums, I would say to go for it. They are great devices as media players and even a type of 'wifi only' phone. Good luck with your decision!
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They are still available on Amazon UK:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb...alaxy+player&rh=i:aps,k:samsung+galaxy+player
I looked up kies mini and it seems they are device specific, I've installed kies regular and it says I'm on the latest firmware already.
I know I could try updating to 2.3 with Odin, and from what I understand that would be to the stock 2.3.5 that the US 5.0 Wi-Fi comes with. This is how: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EYjIyVXRGM
I just don't know if it might break something, is there a big improvement to updating to gingerbread? Like how is the performance?
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I looked up kies mini and it seems they are device specific, I've installed kies regular and it says I'm on the latest firmware already.
I know I could try updating to 2.3 with Odin, and from what I understand that would be to the stock 2.3.5 that the US 5.0 Wi-Fi comes with. This is how: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EYjIyVXRGM
I just don't know if it might break something, is there a big improvement to updating to gingerbread? Like how is the performance?
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uninstall Kies regular and try Kies mini. mini upgrades basically all the galaxy s products so it's safe to assume that it would work on the gp. plus it was mentioned by Samsung themselves in order to upgrade the galaxy players.
gingerbread is not exactly a huge improvement in terms of performance, but it gets way better app compatibility. for example you don't need to root your gp if you want to use the power button alternative if the button ever breaks. and it's a more appealing to the buyer's eyes.
um... that's all the differences I know of
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uninstall Kies regular and try Kies mini. mini upgrades basically all the galaxy s products so it's safe to assume that it would work on the gp. plus it was mentioned by Samsung themselves in order to upgrade the galaxy players.
gingerbread is not exactly a huge improvement in terms of performance, but it gets way better app compatibility. for example you don't need to root your gp if you want to use the power button alternative if the button ever breaks. and it's a more appealing to the buyer's eyes.
um... that's all the differences I know of
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I've just given it a go and kies mini isn't recognizing the device, if I connect it in mass storage mode it tells me to reconnect in kies mode, when I do that it just sits there completely unaware I have even plugged it in, while the computer makes the 'connect' sound followed shortly afterwards by the 'disconnect' sound.
Thanks for your help anyway :thumbup:
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I've just given it a go and kies mini isn't recognizing the device, if I connect it in mass storage mode it tells me to reconnect in kies mode, when I do that it just sits there completely unaware I have even plugged it in, while the computer makes the 'connect' sound followed shortly afterwards by the 'disconnect' sound.
Thanks for your help anyway :thumbup:
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Ok. Well.......I might be beating a dead horse or something right now, but did you try installing the separate samsung drivers as well? They are on the Samsung website. Haha....I feel so nosy..
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I ended up getting a mint Droid X for $45 after flashing ICS I was really satisfied with it as it seemed just as fast as my old G2x (that I killed trying to fix - so many probs and bad battery life)... however while battery life was decent 6 hours screen time, I decided to try a GB rom and its at 49% after 10 hours of almost continuous usage.... the phone, while not as powerful as the latest dual cores or even the galaxy S is very smooth and fits my needs... highly recommend anyone who is in my shoes to check out used phones to use as a VOIP cuz there's really good devices/deals out there!
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Ok. Well.......I might be beating a dead horse or something right now, but did you try installing the separate samsung drivers as well? They are on the Samsung website. Haha....I feel so nosy..
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In the menu of kies mini was an option to reinstall drivers I tried that but after leaving it for 20min at least it was still at 0% so I canceled it. Are the drivers on the Samsung website different? When I look at the support section for the YP-G70 it doesn't give any drivers.
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In the menu of kies mini was an option to reinstall drivers I tried that but after leaving it for 20min at least it was still at 0% so I canceled it. Are the drivers on the Samsung website different? When I look at the support section for the YP-G70 it doesn't give any drivers.
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Well that was what I did. It worked for me
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SpartanGrey said:
hi
I've already bought a 5.0 from new and overall I'm reasonably impressed. It's a good vivid player with all the flexibility of Android to boot and a microSD card slot!.
I decided to purchase a separate music device rather than run my phone that way to avoid running my battery down...
However I would warn you that for the UK version that I bought, it seems to be stuck running Android 2.2.2 with no sign of an update any time this century. It's starting to be restrictive with regards to apps. Furthermore although some will tell you "just root it and update the rom"...I've yet to see a simple (for a noob) rooting process and set of roots that would at least match the stability of the stock version for the 5.0/4.0.
I've searched the fora and there's a lot of info to digest....
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If you want stable look for custom roms that are based off of stock, like Chip v1.5. These ones provide mostly, if not, all the features that are available for the default rom and provide extra features. Check this out for more details. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1720457
The Galaxy gear is being blown out and can now be had for under a $100. Our notes are not officially supported but has anyone successfully paired these two?
I haven't considered a smart watch up until now...but at this price, I would bite just to fool around with it if I knew there was some custom rom that could make it work.
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The Galaxy gear is being blown out and can now be had for under a $100. Our notes are not officially supported but has anyone successfully paired these two?
I haven't considered a smart watch up until now...but at this price, I would bite just to fool around with it if I knew there was some custom rom that could make it work.
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Yes I have paired the two. Not everything will fully work though. If the i717 had a 4.3 touchwiz rom, everything would work. Unfortunately the i717 only has a 4.1.2 touchwiz rom. I've tried pairing with 4.1.2 and can only get the phone, and media player working. No weather, no s-voice, or notifications. If you pick a 4.3 or higher rom you can follow this thread about pairing with the nexus 5. It will walk you thru the process of installing all the apps properly to get notifications working. You can also install a custom rom onto the gear. As long as your comfortable with tethering data over bluetooth to your watch, It's highly recomended! It's like having a fully functioning android phone in your watch!!!
wonder if this will be a good thing for the true smart and any takes porting it across.
I'd like to know too!
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wonder if this will be a good thing for the true smart and any takes porting it across.
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my opinion is it they dont come with their own wifi chip to connect to other networks and run independantly from phone than its just a nicer interface and exact same thing as the galaxy gear which stinks in my opinion compared to the truesmart, callisto, and motoactv. which all can run independant of phone.
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my opinion is it they dont come with their own wifi chip to connect to other networks and run independantly from phone than its just a nicer interface and exact same thing as the galaxy gear which stinks in my opinion compared to the truesmart, callisto, and motoactv. which all can run independant of phone.
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The question is not about the android wear devices but the operating system. I would also be interested in trying out the android wear version of Android on my Omate. From the videos it seems very similar to the Google Glass OS that runs on Glass. I used my Omate as my primary phone for a while but the microphone was not too good so I switched back to my main phone for a bit. I would love to see the ease and simpler screens of the Android Wear OS on my Omate.
It's basically Now as your UI. It requires a minimium of 4.3 on the host device and 4.4ish on the device it's running on.
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wonder if this will be a good thing for the true smart and any takes porting it across.
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Actually it wouldn't take any porting at all. Someone created an Android Wear launcher .apk, but it's only compatible with 4.4. Hurry up Omate! Or should I say Umeox?
I asked about Android Wear on their facebook. They said they have the SDK and the OS and are working to see if it's something to can make available to Omate users. But it's in the hands of mediatek mostly.
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I asked about Android Wear on their facebook. They said they have the SDK and the OS and are working to see if it's something to can make available to Omate users. But it's in the hands of mediatek mostly.
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This is a longshot, but I don't know the details yet. What if it will all be built into the Google Search app, and we need some kind of xposed module to enable it? That would make sense if this was a year ago, but Google seemingly wants to making apps easier, lighter, and thinner so only general features are there. Who knows at this point.
Android wear needs a 4.3 firmware OE better. The TrueSmart is already eol at the shipped 4.2.2...right ?
Maybe they are planning another cheapass half-baked device to sell to their massive happy user base ? TrueSmart 2 ?
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I asked about Android Wear on their facebook. They said they have the SDK and the OS and are working to see if it's something to can make available to Omate users. But it's in the hands of mediatek mostly.
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Coming from the same guys with a development team that needed chown explained to them.
I completely agree. I'm pretty much done with the Omate at this point. I almost feel bad about selling it to someone.
Hi. Do you know after a few month of android wear if it's possible to put it on a TS ?
It's possible. It would be incredibly difficult.
Can someone please suggest some NFC tags for Galaxy S5 ?
I searched online & could not find anything which specifically supports this device.
I currently use these NFC tags: http://www.amazon.com/TecTiles-5-Pack-Programmable-Communication-Samsung/dp/B00DKXXLNC/
There is also an older version, which I have too. The older version works on the Galaxy S5, however not the Galaxy S4. Older version: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-TecTiles-Programmable-Communication-Enabled/dp/B0089VO7RY/
I would suggest buying the new one, as it's just a few cents more.
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I currently use these NFC tags: http://www.amazon.com/TecTiles-5-Pack-Programmable-Communication-Samsung/dp/B00DKXXLNC/
There is also an older version, which I have too. The older version works on the Galaxy S5, however not the Galaxy S4. Older version: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-TecTiles-Programmable-Communication-Enabled/dp/B0089VO7RY/
I would suggest buying the new one, as it's just a few cents more.
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do only samsung tec tiles work with S5, I have been told there are many other cheap options..
Not really sure if there is something like model number which tells the compatibility
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do only samsung tec tiles work with S5, I have been told there are many other cheap options..
Not really sure if there is something like model number which tells the compatibility
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3rd party NFC tags should work with the S5, however I usually go with OEM items. Which is why I suggested the tectiles.
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3rd party NFC tags should work with the S5, however I usually go with OEM items. Which is why I suggested the tectiles.
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i am having a look at this one. looks good, cheap & specifically says it works with S5
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5x-NTAG203-...S4-S5-Compatible-SHIPS-FROM-USA-/201066050527
Wife and I bought these:
Midas Clear nTag 20 Pack by Tapwise http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F049YMQ
Kinda ugly, but I put a little strip of electrical tape over them in the car, which makes them blend in.
We use Trigger for our NFC actions.
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i am having a look at this one. looks good, cheap & specifically says it works with S5
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5x-NTAG203-...S4-S5-Compatible-SHIPS-FROM-USA-/201066050527
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Just bought these, I'll report back when I get them.
Kamor
I haven't had any problems with Kamor's NTAG203 chips.
I got mine already and they work like a charm.. I still need to go into more complex things.. and make full use it
I'm looking for a Virtual Reality device for my Galaxy Alpha but I'm not sure about the compatibility.
I'm interested in the "Unofficial Cardboard" (https://www.unofficialcardboard.com/) but I didn't found any compatibility list.
The phone should have any specific requirement?
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I'm looking for a Virtual Reality device for my Galaxy Alpha but I'm not sure about the compatibility.
I'm interested in the "Unofficial Cardboard" (https://www.unofficialcardboard.com/) but I didn't found any compatibility list.
The phone should have any specific requirement?
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I created VR device for this phone myself and it did work. The cardboard app is working, Just be careful not to drop your phone out of the official ones., because they are made for 5'' phones, that are little bit bigger and thicker than Alpha.