So I am a complete noob when it comes to rooting Android. I have a Mele M5 tv box running Android 4.2.2 and Allwinner A20. Trying to root it using super one click and a couple others, but my PC will not see the tv box via the USB port. I understand I need an ADB driver, but cannot find one for this device. All I really want to do is to be able to install and run Google Play and install some apps. I'd really appreciate being pointed in the right direction to get this box rooted. Thanks.
jeffm44 said:
So I am a complete noob when it comes to rooting Android. I have a Mele M5 tv box running Android 4.2.2 and Allwinner A20. Trying to root it using super one click and a couple others, but my PC will not see the tv box via the USB port. I understand I need an ADB driver, but cannot find one for this device. All I really want to do is to be able to install and run Google Play and install some apps. I'd really appreciate being pointed in the right direction to get this box rooted. Thanks.
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Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
http://www.4shared.com/rar/By9pytX9/M5_Updated_software_0730.html
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
vennstrom said:
Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
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Thanks for the reply. To update the firmware, do I save it on an SD card, then boot with the SD card installed? Do I need to root the box before I install the new firmware? Thanks again!
jeffm44 said:
Thanks for the reply. To update the firmware, do I save it on an SD card, then boot with the SD card installed? Do I need to root the box before I install the new firmware? Thanks again!
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Ignore my last post. I downloaded and unzipped the file and found all of the image files, utilities, and instructions for a successful firmware update. Just installed Hulu Plus from Google Play and watching reruns of Family Guy. I had emailed Mele a few times for the firmware update but never received a response. Working perfectly now, so thanks again! I did not run the apk to root the unit since it is doing all that I need so far. Is there any reason I should consider rooting this? Thanks again for your help.
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Ignore my last post. I downloaded and unzipped the file and found all of the image files, utilities, and instructions for a successful firmware update. Just installed Hulu Plus from Google Play and watching reruns of Family Guy. I had emailed Mele a few times for the firmware update but never received a response. Working perfectly now, so thanks again! I did not run the apk to root the unit since it is doing all that I need so far. Is there any reason I should consider rooting this? Thanks again for your help.
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Yeah, I've emailed them and got no reply...but I've contacted every single mele contact on the net and finally I managed to get a reply from one of them.
I bought a chinese version A100 dual core (technically an M3), it's kinda annoying if it doesn't come with play store and there's no where on the net you can get it, managed to root it, install gapps, removing bloatware and some mods to make it vanilla but it just doesn't feel right.
at least, we have it now
For root, I think it's already have the vulnerable recovery, so no need to do anything, just install the root apps and it's good to go if you need to.
PS.
If you have no reason to root then you don't have to. I need root for certain apps that requires it.
One more problem. Video playback is fine using the HDMI outputs. But when using the AV jacks on the back, the video locks up, and there is no sound. Have you seen this problem also? I did run the audio patch but that did not help.
jeffm44 said:
One more problem. Video playback is fine using the HDMI outputs. But when using the AV jacks on the back, the video locks up, and there is no sound. Have you seen this problem also? I did run the audio patch but that did not help.
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not yet tested as I mainly use HDMI, I think the audio patch is only for HDMI.
mele m5 firmware upgrade question
Hi,
I ve just downloaded the firware mentioned in this topic, burned to the memory card, and started upgrading the firmware of my mele m5.
C, Remove the power adapter from media player
D, Plug the SD card to media player;
E,Use tweezers or other metal tools to press the key”RECOVER” of the box(As shown in picture where marked yellow)
F, And Connect Power again, wait until the light is off
At this point I still pressing the recover button with a tool since 10 minutes or more, but the light still NOT off!
How many minutes I must press this?
Thanx
jeffm44 said:
Ignore my last post. I downloaded and unzipped the file and found all of the image files, utilities, and instructions for a successful firmware update. Just installed Hulu Plus from Google Play and watching reruns of Family Guy. I had emailed Mele a few times for the firmware update but never received a response. Working perfectly now, so thanks again! I did not run the apk to root the unit since it is doing all that I need so far. Is there any reason I should consider rooting this? Thanks again for your help.
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Mele M5 internals
Hi guys,
I'm thinking to buy Mele M5, but as I hack on the kernel it should be frienly in this respect. Have you looked inside the case? Does it have UART connector? Can you maybe post some high resolution images of the board? Feel free to create a page on linux-sunxi wiki, similar to linux-sunxi . org/Mele_A1000
Thanks,
Arokux
Does the new firmware work?
jeffm44 said:
One more problem. Video playback is fine using the HDMI outputs. But when using the AV jacks on the back, the video locks up, and there is no sound. Have you seen this problem also? I did run the audio patch but that did not help.
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Were you able to get the new firmware to work? I don't want to upgrade if it kills the audio and causes video to lock up when using the AV cables... Thanks!!
jimrin said:
Were you able to get the new firmware to work? I don't want to upgrade if it kills the audio and causes video to lock up when using the AV cables... Thanks!!
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I haven't had much time to work on it, but still have problems with video from the AV jacks. Not sure if there is a display setting that has to be changed. It is interesting that if I start a video using the HDMI output to a PC monitor, then switch to the AV jacks, then the video plays correctly. I was thinking of going back to the original firmware, but then I cannot use the Google Play Store.
What version do you have?
jeffm44 said:
I haven't had much time to work on it, but still have problems with video from the AV jacks. Not sure if there is a display setting that has to be changed. It is interesting that if I start a video using the HDMI output to a PC monitor, then switch to the AV jacks, then the video plays correctly. I was thinking of going back to the original firmware, but then I cannot use the Google Play Store.
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I just received my M3 box and it has V1.1.1. It's running on Android 4.2.2 and it does have the Google Play Store. (Oh, I notice it is "Build" 1.1.1 and firmware version v0.82.)
How can you go back to the original firmware?
Just as a tip. I don't know if it would work. Couldn't you use an app like Titanium Backup to make a backup of Google Play Store, go back to the original firmware, and then have Titanium Backup reinstall it?
Oh, and have you tried VGA out? Unfortunately, no matter what "display mode" I select, it only displays in 1280x720. I downloaded an app which displays the screen resolution and even after trying to change the screen resolution, the app always reports 1280x720. Since my monitor is 1280x1024, it makes the image look very distorted... Just wondering if you have any better luck. I guess I could always buy a new 16:9 monitor...
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I just received my M3 box and it has V1.1.1. It's running on Android 4.2.2 and it does have the Google Play Store. (Oh, I notice it is "Build" 1.1.1 and firmware version v0.82.)
How can you go back to the original firmware?
Just as a tip. I don't know if it would work. Couldn't you use an app like Titanium Backup to make a backup of Google Play Store, go back to the original firmware, and then have Titanium Backup reinstall it?
Oh, and have you tried VGA out? Unfortunately, no matter what "display mode" I select, it only displays in 1280x720. I downloaded an app which displays the screen resolution and even after trying to change the screen resolution, the app always reports 1280x720. Since my monitor is 1280x1024, it makes the image look very distorted... Just wondering if you have any better luck. I guess I could always buy a new 16:9 monitor...
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Depending on where you purchased your Mele box, it may have come with the English Language firmware that has Google Play already installed. Mine came with the original Chinese firmware which did not have Play. I installed Play on it, but it never worked.
VGA out? My box only has HDMI and AV outputs. I've used it on my Samsung 24 inch wide monitor (I assume it is 16:9) and it works great. The AV outputs work well also when using it for text based output or still images, but video locks up. Thinking it may be time to trade in that old picture tube TV for a new 40" flat screen with HDMI inputs. That will solve all of my problems.
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Depending on where you purchased your Mele box, it may have come with the English Language firmware that has Google Play already installed. Mine came with the original Chinese firmware which did not have Play. I installed Play on it, but it never worked.
VGA out? My box only has HDMI and AV outputs. I've used it on my Samsung 24 inch wide monitor (I assume it is 16:9) and it works great. The AV outputs work well also when using it for text based output or still images, but video locks up. Thinking it may be time to trade in that old picture tube TV for a new 40" flat screen with HDMI inputs. That will solve all of my problems.
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Ack, sorry, you did say you have an M5 which comes without a VGA out. I have the M3 which I bought specifically for the VGA out, but so far, am OOL with being able to use it... I would assume that the firmware is still being supported since it is a recent update, perhaps you'd be able to get some assistance from Mele's forum? http://forum.mele.cn:81/viewforum.php?f=15
mirror please...........
vennstrom said:
Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
http://www.4shared.com/rar/By9pytX9/M5_Updated_software_0730.html
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
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can someone kindly upload them to another hosting site please prefferbly mega.co.nz/depositfile.
my isp block several hosting site
thank you in advance
Rooting Playstaq Tv Box Android 4.0.4
HI I have same problem with jeffm44, Vodoke Playstaq which I wanted to root but my PC won't recognized my device. and my device dont have a reset button to by pass. is there any way that I can root it VIA Booting on the SD card or Change the Firmware to view and used my apps, because it is locked by the provider. Pls. Advised, Thank you
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Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
http://www.4shared.com/rar/By9pytX9/M5_Updated_software_0730.html
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
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Well, my Mele M3/A100 dual core ended up in some type of boot loop. It never gets off of the green Android splash screen... So with nothing to lose, I loaded new firmware. Since the one on the Mele website is for the A31, I loaded this one... And success! It works again!
However, only works once... When I boot up the machine again, I see the small blue Android for about a second, then the green Android splash screen again and it never gets off of that screen.
I can reload the firmware again and it works again, but uh, I don't want to load new firmware every time I turn the device on... Any ideas what I can do? Maybe something did not get overwritten by the new firmware which is causing the problem?
Update: Duh... Start up mode is for booting from SD card...? Somehow I missed that. I was able to reload new firmware from Mele forum by using Product mode. Now have a working Mele box again. Also, it does come rooted, so by installing SuperSU from Play Store, I was able to get root access (although initially, it didn't recognize root, so not sure what I needed to do, but it's working now).
I have noticed though if I try to use an external SD card (for extra storage), if I leave the external SD card in the device, and then turn on, it doesn't boot up at all. Just a blank screen. Sigh... Seems to make using an SD card less usable when you only can insert it after the device is on...? Or is there something wrong in set up or SD card? (Yes, I reformatted the SD card...)
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anyone know how to downgrade firmware on fire tv remote, i updated to latest and now lost features of it
can anyone even tell me were the remote firmware is located
what features did you loose.? I have the latest firmware and it still works with xbmc keymaps
paul.savo said:
anyone know how to downgrade firmware on fire tv remote, i updated to latest and now lost features of it
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paul.savo said:
can anyone even tell me were the remote firmware is located
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I think you upgrade FirmWare to 51.1.3.0_513011820 & your remote is not at 100%. That is because you have to do the following after a FW update to also update the remote.
http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-update-the-amazon-fire-tv-voice-remote-or-game-controller-software/
If not please explain if the lost features are only related to XBCM or ???
no not related to xbmc, actually related to the fire tv itself, i can no longer search for anything, within ftv, it does not recognise that i am searching
paul.savo said:
no not related to xbmc, actually related to the fire tv itself, i can no longer search for anything, within ftv, it does not recognise that i am searching
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So it sound like you upgraded the firmware. You don't need to downgrade. Just follow the guide I posted above to update the FTV remote to match the latest FW & everything should go back to normal.
FTV controllers are known to loose functions after a FW upgrade until you also upgrade the remotes software to the new revision the new FW brought with it. Very easy to do. Just an extra step of FW upgrading.
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i thought that was what i did, i went to the settings picked controller, it gave me an update firmware and i selected it and downloaded but since then i had the problems, i now now longer have thr option to update again as it believes it is up to date, any ideas? i have a 2nd ftv, would it be pissible to copy any folders from it across?
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i thought that was what i did, i went to the settings picked controller, it gave me an update firmware and i selected it and downloaded but since then i had the problems, i now now longer have thr option to update again as it believes it is up to date, any ideas? i have a 2nd ftv, would it be pissible to copy any folders from it across?
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That would probably be to complicated...
What Software version (prerooted or stock) is your FireTV @ ?
What Software version is your Remote @ ?
Is you FireTV routed ?
Do you have CWM Recovery installed ?
Will need that info to see what options you have... Could be a bad FW flash.
im just in work so dont have details to hand., fire tv is rooted, i have cwm,
paul.savo said:
im just in work so dont have details to hand., fire tv is rooted, i have cwm,
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Are you using the pre-rooted FW ?
Also how did you get the new FW to CWM for flashing ? Push to cache (can give problems) or Sideloaded using one of the apss to SDCard & then flashed it from CWM ?
to be honest im not sure i bought it fully rooted with latest firmware and all xbmc/apps installed
paul.savo said:
to be honest im not sure i bought it fully rooted with latest firmware and all xbmc/apps installed
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So there was a pending update only for the remote which you accepted ?? Did you see the "FireTV Remote update is complete" image ?
http://www.aftvnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/controllerupdate-09.jpg
Did you power cycled the FTV for 20 seconds (Unplug, wait 20 sec & replug it back in) afterwards ? Are you having only voice search problems or text search problems too ?? Try to give a much info as possible.
It's better to do the soft reboot = simultaneously holding down the “Select” and “Play” buttons on the remote for a few seconds until it reboots. ( http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-safely-reboot-and-restart-the-amazon-fire-tv/ )
yes i only updated the remote
i followed the procedure in http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-update-the-amazon-fire-tv-voice-remote-or-game-controller-software/
i may have made a mistake im not sure but it appeared as though it updated as stated in guide.
both voice and text are affected, eg. if i type or say a movie "batman begins" as i type it recognises it and below were i type will be batman begins but when i select it, i then get a return saying somthing like no results returned, but when i do this on my other ftv which i did not update remote it will take me to amazon store and find movie/tv show/music that i searched for
just re your last, i did now power cycle off for 20seconds
paul.savo said:
just re your last, i did now power cycle off for 20seconds
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Result of he power cycle ??
What version is the remote showing as ??
i gbink its the latest im not at device now im in work ( how can i check? does it show in settings?)
paul.savo said:
i gbink its the latest im not at device now im in work ( how can i check? does it show in settings?)
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Thought you where at device since you just mention doing the 20 sec power cycle. Another way to reboot is simultaneously holding down the “Select” and “Play” buttons on the remote for a few seconds.
Yes version shows in the settings...
http://www.aftvnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/controllerupdate-04.png
You can also unpair it and re-pair it (pair = connected to the FTV)
Well no point of continuing to guess around. Post back once you are @ device.
ok thanks, sorry if u thought was at device, i meant when i updated it i did not power off for 20secs, will post version later
paul.savo said:
ok thanks, sorry if u thought was at device, i meant when i updated it i did not power off for 20secs, will post version later
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When you get home DON'T do the unplug thing. Just do the simultaneously holding down the “Select” and “Play” buttons on the remote for a few seconds until it reboots. Let it finish rebooting & then check search again.
http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-safely-reboot-and-restart-the-amazon-fire-tv/
does not appear to be remote but device itself, the updated remote works fine on new ftv but when i put the new remote on old ftv i have same issue, both remotes on diff firmware, 349/352
.do you know were search folder located in root menu on device and i could replace with new ftv
Hi all,
Today, I installed fitwear onto my SW3. For those of you who don't know, fitwear is an alternative system designed and made by a Chinese company called Lianluo, here is their website: http://fitwear.lianluo.com/ . In this version (Android v5.1.1) I found, it supports English, in addition, it supports OTA upgrade. However, this system seems to be free from google services.
This system does not require Android Wear APP.
OTA upgrade requires an Android Phone.
I have attached the files that I used. It contains: (I DID NOT made any of these tools, I only did translation.)
Driver: install the common fastboot driver in FlashTool first.
CMD easy Flash Tool: I translated it into English.
recovery: unknown purposes.
fitwear: v1.0, can be upgraded to v1.2 via OTA. (Build 20170118)
Android Wear (unknown version): I did not roll back to AW and I haven't check the version.
Orignial Chinese tutorial and flash_chs.bat: Read it if you can.
Installation Steps:
Install Flashtool driver from FLASHTOOL and the driver provided.
Extract the zip and run flash.bat (admin not needed).
Unlock your watch using the cmd if you haven't.
Flash Fitwear.
Reboot to fitwear.
Download the fitwear app onto your phone and connect to watch.
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9OX6FDB6BzZaUlaYjlhSUVEdTg/view?usp=sharing
Link for v1.2 (by hardy272): https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3t...ew?usp=sharing
Note: OTA upgrade needs the watch to be connected to some WIFI.
Disclaimer: By doing this you void your warrenty and I don't take any responsibility if your brick your device.
Do not distruibute!!! This is not thoroughly tested.
Reserved
I OTA upgraded to v1.2, nothing major changed, and I couldn't find a changelog. It seems that the watch would download something onto the phone to do the OTA upgrade, and I am wondering how to extract that out, or how to dump the entire system. Any help would be appreciated.
The battery seems to be nice, a lot of Chinese users reported very good battery usage. I guess that is due to the absence of Google Services.
I also noticed that OTA probably won't work with iOS.
Pictures:
Where did you find the rom for the SW3? On the downloads page of the website it allows me to download only the moto 360 one.
NicoGig said:
Where did you find the rom for the SW3? On the downloads page of the website it allows me to download only the moto 360 one.
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On the famous Chinese version of Reddit: Baidu Tieba.
Link: https://tieba.baidu.com/p/4857846448
can u put music using google play or just connecting to the computer?
Looks like that the app is only in chinese https://itunes.apple.com/es/app/fitwear/id1078127859?mt=8
13im6b said:
can u put music using google play or just connecting to the computer?
Looks like that the app is only in chinese https://itunes.apple.com/es/app/fitwear/id1078127859?mt=8
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On the change log, it says on version v1.9, they added English support. That APP works the same way as the Android Wear APP. You still have to play music on your phone, and on the watch you can control it.
some pic please, we wanna see the differences
dverbame said:
some pic please, we wanna see the differences
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Will do on weekends! Drastically different from Android Wear.
Nice
there are to much bugs
Life4Play said:
there are to much bugs
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Just off the basic features, I didn't encounter any. I will report back after OTA on weekends.
Fit Wear version 1.0 ios
I dont know why but with iPhone and The app i cant do Software updates. I cant open the dialer, birdie wear and The compass. Is it in android also?
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I dont know why but with iPhone and The app i cant do Software updates. I cant open the dialer, birdie wear and The compass. Is it in android also?
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I will try on weekends when I go back, I don't wear the SW3 now.
WORKING
I paired it with my android tablet and now it's working. Nice job!!!!!
can you post a link to directly download the 1,2 update as my internet is bad and i can't keep my watch connected to the wifi for long time
Here you Find some Pictures
https://forum.xda-developers.com/smartwatch-3/general/rom-fitwear-custom-rom-sony-smartwatch-3-t3589085
Life4Play said:
Here you Find some Pictures
https://forum.xda-developers.com/sm...fitwear-custom-rom-sony-smartwatch-3-t3589085
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At least put in the orginial link ... What you did is bad.
iSpammer said:
can you post a link to directly download the 1,2 update as my internet is bad and i can't keep my watch connected to the wifi for long time
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I have been trying to do that as well, I will dump one out during weekend.
Life4Play said:
I dont know why but with iPhone and The app i cant do Software updates. I cant open the dialer, birdie wear and The compass. Is it in android also?
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I can confirm that the OTA does not work with iOS.
When i connect the watch with my pc the install script wont recognize the watch, and if i look in the device manager the watch is named tetra and has a yellow triangle above its icon.
The weird thing is i can reboot the watch via adb, so atleast the adb drivers must be ok. The watch itself is already rooted and has twrp on it, but i unlocked and installed twrp with linux because there the watch is fully functional ind fastboot mode.
So has anyone a solution for this, beside of installing various adb drivers or something like that. (and yes i tried mostly of them with no happy end, and even the flashtool drivers didnt work)
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When i connect the watch with my pc the install script wont recognize the watch, and if i look in the device manager the watch is named tetra and has a yellow triangle above its icon.
The weird thing is i can reboot the watch via adb, so atleast the adb drivers must be ok. The watch itself is already rooted and has twrp on it, but i unlocked and installed twrp with linux because there the watch is fully functional ind fastboot mode.
So has anyone a solution for this, beside of installing various adb drivers or something like that. (and yes i tried mostly of them with no happy end, and even the flashtool drivers didnt work)
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You'll have to do this, to get Fastboot working:
Right-click the tetra item, and choose Update Driver.
Browse my computer for driver software.
Let me pick from a list of available driver on my computer.
Manufacturer: Google
Model: Bootloader
Next
Confirm
Profit?
Hopefully I didn't miss a step somewhere in there.
I just finished setting it up, and will report back my experience, after I get to play with it a little more.
Hi. My Matepad is BAH3-L09 and I was not able to install Google Play on it as I keep receiving "LZPlay not support" in Chinese language. I tried several top instructions on YouTube, but none works. Anyone managed to install it on your Matepad?
Same Problem here, BAH3-W09
fonetech just posted a new video. maybe it can help you guys?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxqEZMX6Kl8
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fonetech just posted a new video. maybe it can help you guys?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxqEZMX6Kl8
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Unfortunately the lila g app itself doesn't work on the Matepad 10.4 version.
So no luck with those "install on every device" videos.
Seems to be the same with the P40 Lite 5G model
Here is a screenshot of the error:
Dr. Light said:
fonetech just posted a new video. maybe it can help you guys?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxqEZMX6Kl8
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I just tried and the LZPlay does not work.
vichet007 said:
I just tried and the LZPlay does not work.
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Fischmaster said:
Same Problem here, BAH3-W09
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You have to use an older backup app. take a look at this video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TnuamFAp8g
p82maarj said:
You have to use an older backup app. take a look at this video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TnuamFAp8g
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Unfortunately we are not talking about the "May Backup App Error".
I tried that already.
Please take a look at the pictures added to this post.
First one is our problem, the second picture the may error.
Fischmaster said:
Unfortunately we are not talking about the "May Backup App Error".
I tried that already.
Please take a look at the pictures added to this post.
First one is our problem, the second picture the may error.
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Hope any solution. I have a Mediapad M6 and I could install it. And I want to update my Mate 10 with Mate 40 pro...but I would like to have the option of install GMS
p82maarj said:
:crying:
Hope any solution. I have a Mediapad M6 and I could install it. And I want to update my Mate 10 with Mate 40 pro...but I would like to have the option of install GMS
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I hope so, too.
Don't know yet, why it is not supported.
At the moment you can't really find anything about it on the internet.
I've got Gapps installed on my P40 Pro. For a mobile phone, I think it is required.
On the tablet however, i think its more a nice to have than really necessary.
Furthermore, I wrote to Amazon Video, Netflix and Disney+ support and all of them said that "they are working on it"
So fingers crossed that HQ Streaming of those services will be available.
Although Disney+ does Stream in 1080p without Widvine L1.
Edit: Found an article about the problem. https://www.justandroid.net/2020/07...ernative-solutions-also-affects-matepad-10-4/
I'm having the same issue installing on Matepad 10.4 WiFi (BAH3 W09). No method works, LZplay (G icon app) always gives the error button on opening and cant go any further. Tried replacing 'backup' app exactly as directed in a couple of videos, no luck.
Anyone got Google 7&Play to install on this model?
Looking into this I would guess Huawei have removed the 'stubs' in the system firmware that allowed the LZplay app to work in the first place (and allowed it to install the required stuff as system apps). If newer devices are being rolled out without those 'stubs' then we are out of luck as far any LZplay method goes.
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Looking into this I would guess Huawei have removed the 'stubs' in the system firmware that allowed the LZplay app to work in the first place (and allowed it to install the required stuff as system apps). If newer devices are being rolled out without those 'stubs' then we are out of luck as far any LZplay method goes.
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I don't really know what the function of the "stubs" file is, but if it is removed, is it possible to add it back and then install LZPlay?
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I don't really know what the function of the "stubs" file is, but if it is removed, is it possible to add it back and then install LZPlay?
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Actually, it isn't 'stubs', I got that wrong. It's an undocumented API that existed in the firmware/ROM that allows LZplay to install the google stuff as system apps (and they need that to work). If they have removed that API from affected models, and it looks like many new ones might be in the same boat going forward, then I cant see any way of a user restoring it.
If that is the case then the only way to get GMS/Play etc will be a new non LZPlay method (that seems unlikely given the system access required) or if the ban gets lifted and Huawei add it back in future firmware updates (not sure how likely that would be either). A shame, as this is a very nice tablet otherwise.
Another thing to note is this doesn't have a gyroscope either, though the spec sheets wrongly say it does.
I've only just got my Matepad 10.4 from the Huawei UK store, so I'm seriously thinking of sending it back in the 14 day window. I could live without GMS/Play, but it is annoying.
Just one workaround - you can install VMOS virtual machine. It is not perfect - they have just Android 5.1 and 7.1 images and of course you have to start the application, but it works.
Between the AppGallery and the VMOS I have all I need. And the Trump's stupid trade war just allowed me to get the top tablet cheaper than Huawei would sell it otherwise. Every cloud has a silver lining.
And one more solution - HiSuite enables (as of today, not sure for how long) to downgrade firmware. And LZPlay works on the older firmware.
Of cause - the downgrade will delete all data on the tablet.
mirekluza said:
And one more solution - HiSuite enables (as of today, not sure for how long) to downgrade firmware. And LZPlay works on the older firmware.
Of cause - the downgrade will delete all data on the tablet.
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Ive no problem erasing everything, but are you sure it will work on an older firmware? Do you have a link to that info at all?
Pretty sure the firmware mine came loaded with ended with 115. LZPlay didn't work with that and I have let it update since then to the latest version. I think the first version made for this tablet ended in 108 (can't see an earlier revision in a google search). I assume that's what the first models in early April would have shipped with. If LZPlay has never worked with this model though downgrading wont be any help.
It worked for my tablet which I bought a few days ago, but I now realize I have LTE version - so different model.
Still I guess the LZPlay problem may be similar. LZPlay does not fully work anywhere anymore. Even when it works, it fails to do its work on its own and has to be helped by manually installing things. I used https://youtu.be/pdgGkHEe7V4 .
My experience: After getting the tablet I updated it to the newest firmware and then tried to install GP. Bad luck. No device admin request from LZPlay, just small popup with two buttons in Chinese. I guess Huawei removed the API as written above. After downgrade through Hisuite (4.6GB download), LZPlay "worked" (it asked to be device admin and shown screen where it would have downloaded GP things if it had worked properly - though the downloads failed - I think that is normal). Then I went according to the describtion which was under the YouTube video. I had to redo installing of APKs twice (maybe I did not follow it perfectly first time) and I added Google account when starting Google Play Store (so not as described under that video), but it worked.
I was kind of confused by LZPlay for some time - the fact it fails to download etc is normal state of things. I guess it used to be one-click solution, but not any more. Still I guess that running it is essentiall to enable other steps to work.
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It worked for my tablet which I bought a few days ago, but I now realize I have LTE version - so different model.
Still I guess the LZPlay problem may be similar. LZPlay does not fully work anywhere anymore. Even when it works, it fails to do its work on its own and has to be helped by manually installing things. I used .
My experience: After getting the tablet I updated it to the newest firmware and then tried to install GP. Bad luck. No device admin request from LZPlay, just small popup with two buttons in Chinese. I guess Huawei removed the API as written above. After downgrade through Hisuite (4.6GB download), LZPlay "worked" (it asked to be device admin and shown screen where it would have downloaded GP things if it had worked properly - though the downloads failed - I think that is normal). Then I went according to the describtion which was under the YouTube video. I had to redo installing of APKs twice (maybe I did not follow it perfectly first time) and I added Google account when starting Google Play Store (so not as described under that video), but it worked.
I was kind of confused by LZPlay for some time - the fact it fails to download etc is normal state of things. I guess it used to be one-click solution, but not any more. Still I guess that running it is essentiall to enable other steps to work.
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and which version of firmware you have now? my tablet out of the box does not find new firmware versions
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and which version of firmware you have now? my tablet out of the box does not find new firmware versions
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I have the model MRX-AL09 with EMUI 10.0.1.177 - that is the downgraded version.
I was probably on 10.1.0.120 before - at least I think so, I did not write it down before downgrage
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I have the model MRX-AL09 with EMUI 10.0.1.177 - that is the downgraded version.
I was probably on 10.1.0.120 before - at least I think so, I did not write it down before downgrage
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yes, now i have 10.1.0.121.
Ok, I’ll save the data and try to roll back the firmware.
Have you tried updating your tablet to the latest version after installing google services?
I use FTV4k in Poland. Using apk's I installed Amazon Prime Video (for whatever reason built-in APV doesn't work in Poland, but one from Android TV works fine); Netflix, Apple TV... and HBO Go (Nordic).
For the past year all worked extremely well and stable, but about 2 weeks ago HBO stopped to work. When I run it, it starts, there are a few revolutions of the circle, and then it jumps back to the main menu. I uninstalled the app, reinstalled, I was able to activate it just fine, and right after activation it dropped back to main menu.
I'm using newest version available, Google Play services are also installed in the newest version... I'm out of ideas what else could I try.
Anyone would care to help me?
I've the same problem
As I have noted in this post, the latest update for Fire Stick 4K causes the HBO GO app to crash. The only solution is to root and downgrade (or watch via the Kodi HBO GO addon).
Additionally, the same thing happened with Fire Stick 2nd Gen in the latest update.
HBO GO should issue a fix, but they're unlikely to do so because Fire Sticks aren't supported.
Hello
Could you give me hint How I need downgrade my FSTV4K?
I flashed pre-rooted 2.7.1 then during stick registering auto update install 2.7.3
I disabled OTA then again install 2.7.1.
After that install HBO and try. Not working despite downgrade, so this show that in system there some modified files left.
I suggest that I need backup of 2.7.1 with blocked OTA. Unfortnatly dont have it
I had the same issues. First I thought a full wipe of the system partition would be enough (and flashing the "stock" 2.7.1 via TWRP), but ultimately I had to do a factory reset on 2.7.1, block update servers on my router and skip the updates step in the setup wizard.
Apparently, to pass the update check, but prevent the download, you must block three of the four update servers:
Code:
amzdigital-a.akamaihd.net
amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuite.net
updates.amazon.com
If that doesn't get you past the update screen, you can use the Fire Stick remote Android app on a phone, connect to the stick as soon as it's visible on the local network, putting it to sleep via the app and waking it up via the remote. That did it for me.
There are other ways of passing the initial wizard, they involve modifying build.prop to enable ADB and pushing your adb keys, there was a post about it somewhere. To do this, you have to connect the stick directly (no OTG) and do the boot-fastboot.sh step from the rooting instructions.
Here's an old (apparently patched) version of the app intended for Sony Bravia TV's that works on both 2nd gen and 4K. The icon is purple for some reason and there's no shadow box behind the subtitles, but it works.
I see that the link has been posted in the request section, but I'll leave it here just in case.
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Here's an old (apparently patched) version of the app intended for Sony Bravia TV's that works on both 2nd gen and 4K. The icon is purple for some reason and there's no shadow box behind the subtitles, but it works.
I see that the link has been posted in the request section, but I'll leave it here just in case.
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Hey, I just want to say thank you for providing that information to the community! Very appreciated, I've been searching for a clue about this for weeks now and just found your post here, downloaded and installed the app on the 4K, hbogo work like a charm again! Thanks!
Thank you for the patched version.
At least at me, it works on FireTv, the only problem seems its that the movies with other audio than EN can't be hear.. no sound...
LE: sound work with other version, from the other theard.. eu.hbogo_5.11.7-218_minAPI23(nodpi).apk
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Thank you for the patched version.
At least at me, it works on FireTv, the only problem seems its that the movies with other audio than EN can't be hear.. no sound...
LE: sound work with other version, from the other theard.. eu.hbogo_5.11.7-218_minAPI23(nodpi).apk
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The new version (works on 2nd gen and 4k too):
h t t p s://drive.google.com/file/d/1EW5x-GM6xS_6fdvO-svE5jf0CuwBqw3b/view?usp=sharing
I used HBOMAX to stream on my Fire tv
Dear all,
I´m struggling since I moved back from mainland China to Hong Kong. I needed to work there for a few months so I also bought a TV.
Sony KD-55X9500H (EU Version Sony KD-55XH9005).
Now since I´m finally back I hoped that I can somehow flash the original Firmware from the Sony Hong Kong website as it includes the google playstore.
But I´m failing with the following Message while I try to flash over USB "Software cannot be updated using this USB device".
I did format the USB Stick to NTFS, FAT32, exFAT, but it´s still showing the error message.
Is there any trick how to flash the firmware?
https://www.sony.com.hk/en/electronics/support/lcd-tvs-android-xh95xx_x95xxh-series-55-65-75-/kd-55x9500h/downloads/00017082
Please let me know, if you need more details. I would really appreciate and be happy, if it would be somehow possible to make it work.
Worst case I would need to buy something like a fire TV stick.
Kind regards
Hi,
I don't know if it is possible to flash the firmware from a different country, flashing the EU firmware on my KD-55XH9005 did not even work for me. Somehow my tv did not recognise the flash file.
The error message you received when you tried to flash your tv sounds indeed like a partition format mistake. According to Sony it should be fat32, I would try a different USB stick, both USB 2 and 3 maybe that works.
If not, a couple of years ago I managed to install the playstore on a xiaomi tv from china so that should also work on yours.
Let me know if flashing still doesn't work, I can try to extract the playstore apk from my tv.
Good luck
edit: just double checked, I have the XF not the XH.. but I don't think that really matters for the playstore apk.
Hi thx for your answer,
I tried to flash it with different sticks and formats. Not working with the Hong Kong firmware.
Then I put the newest Chinese Firmware Update on the stick and it worked directly.
I wonder if it would work if I just rename the Firmware file to the Hong Kong Name one, it is slightly different.
But anyways I worry to brick the TV. Probably it will be better to buy a shield TV or Amazon TV Stick.
I also tried to sideload the Playstore APK but there is more needed like the playservices and other stuff. :/
Just when I thought I was the only person having this problem. I purchased the exact same tv you have.
I bought the KD-55X9500H last month and seem to have the same issue, no Google Play Store.
There are other ways to install apps without buying the FireStick.
Get a USB Drive, download all the apps you want to install on the SonyTV as you would on a FireStick.
Insert the USB Drive
Open App Assistant, you have to enable it incase its disabled.
Once you launch App Assistant, it will detect all the APK Files you have on the USB Drive.
To make things easier for me, I downloaded the Aptoide TV apk file, this has a marketplace for many apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney + and much more.
Once the Aptoide Marketplace is installed, you can install all the Apps you need, or you can install your apks manually if you dont trust the apps on Aptoide.
In the meantime, thats how I'm installing apps on my Sony 55" X9500H ,
Until a solution is found to get playstore, i guess we can install our apps manually.
Caution: Switching Firmwares could brick your new Sony TV, I would stay away from it until a viable solution comes out.
Any resolution to this. Any new workaround to get the playstore?
Also where can I find Android tv side loaded apps?
Thanks!
I am having the same issue, for the past couple of years I am trying to find a solution to fix KD-65X7500F Taiwan version. It doesn't include any google support and since I live in Bangladesh there's simply no connection between china mainland. So the tv is so wasted but Aptoide helps. Still I would like to have a benefit of getting a stock Asia Pacific firmware in this metal.
made the biggest mistake updating my Bravia X9000H last night.
The replaced the android launcher with the stupid Chinese launcher they preinstall on ALL Chinese devices.
super bummed about it. I think there is no way to install a different region firmware. so I wanna go back to Android 9.0. but I cant find the firmware for android 9.0
can anyone guide me where to download it ?