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Can someone do me favor and test the Uber Partner app and Lyft app (both in the Google Play Store, links below) on their Android head unit? I'm just curious to see if they display decently in these type of units and if there's any weird behavior when tapping around. No need to signup (if you already have an account reporting on the map display and behavior would be appreciated), any kind of information is useful even from the landing/login/sign up screen.
Uber Partner - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ubercab.driver
Lyft - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.lyft.android
Thanks in advance
DiGiTY said:
Can someone do me favor and test the Uber Partner app and Lyft app (both in the Google Play Store, links below) on their Android head unit? I'm just curious to see if they display decently in these type of units and if there's any weird behavior when tapping around. No need to signup (if you already have an account reporting on the map display and behavior would be appreciated), any kind of information is useful even from the landing/login/sign up screen.
Uber Partner - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ubercab.driver
Lyft - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.lyft.android
Thanks in advance
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So both Lyft and UberPartner technically work, but I observed some issues so far (I've only tested things a few times):
in both apps, their UI elements take up so much screen real estate you can't see much of the map. This makes it hard to clearly determine where an incoming request's pick up location is (i.e., some drivers don't accept requests longer than X ETA or distance). for both apps I forget whether the ETA and distance is shown (I've only tested things a few times)
in UberPartner, only half of the full circle countdown fits on the screen/is visible (i.e., during an incoming request)
in Lyft when you try to call passenger the Android system obviously throws an error saying mobile network not found. I've bought Tablet Talk app to get around this, but haven't had time to set it up
in UberPartner, there is no call passenger option (I guess the app detects the device isn't on a mobile network and doesn't display it)
in UberPartner, at the end of the ride at the submit button is cut off at the bottom (you can see the fare amount, the star rating slider and that's it). essentially you can't submit the rating and can't end the ride. if you force close the app, re-open the app and go back online you're hit with the end of ride screen again and basically stuck. the workaround is to force close it, maybe wait 5 to 10 minutes and open it on your phone to successfully end the ride
Essentially in Lyft you can scroll/swipe up and down to get the rest of the screen, but in UberPartner you can't. To fix the UberPartner's submit button issue I've tried changing the app's resolution, DPI and orientation using the App Settings module for Xposed Frameworks, but I've been unsuccessful - I can never get the submit button to be visible. That's where things are at the moment.
I'd love to get the UberPartner app to fit on screen so I can see the submit button and finally use my head unit to fully replace my phone while ride sharing. If anyone has any insight, it would be greatly appreciated.
P.S. - I'm running a Joying 2818H 7" 1024x600 RK3188 based head unit. The Lyft and UberPartner versions tested are whatever were released within the last two weeks. Xposed Framework 2.7 experimental 1 and App Settings 1.10 were tested.
Just an update... the new/current Uber Partner app with the new sliding buttons works fine from start to finish now (without the need of Xposed and App Settings). The new submit button is visible at the end of a ride and a ride can be completed.
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I know this is a old post but dose any one still use this if so how did u get around the picture requirements now.
Yeh Uber app is working fine now in Late 2022 the only problem I am facing is the need to take a photo of myself a lot. I login using my phone to take a photo then go offline and open it on my Head Unit again
I just installed this unit and have not been able to get Google Maps to speak at all, I swear I have checked every setting possible. After each time I try a setting I go into Maps and hit "play test sound" in the navigation settings.....no voice output.
I had high hopes of using Tasker to read incoming SMS from Mighty Text.....read my Calendar appointments on startup.....and "Auto input" plug-in to automate lots of stuff........but so far unsuccessful on all of these...........These were my biggest reasons for getting an Android HU.....so needless to say I am not happy so far. I thought this would work very similar to my Android tablet.
Would rooting give me more abilities that I am looking for......I have no experience with rooting anything......I knew this unit would be a bit of a project....thinking that tasker would solve most things I didn't like about it .......but if I can't use Tasker then I'm not sure what to do.
FWIW I have the exact same problem with mine and am unable to find a solution.
I contacted Joying about it but all their tech support says to do is try another version of Google Maps.
From what i can tell, **any Google apps** using the native Google Speech to Text engine simply do not work. This includes Chrome, Google Maps, Google Now, everything.
Other apps such as Hound, work fine.
If anyone has a solution to this problem, or contacts at Joying who care enough about it, it would be appreciated..
brunes said:
FWIW I have the exact same problem with mine and am unable to find a solution.
I contacted Joying about it but all their tech support says to do is try another version of Google Maps.
From what i can tell, **any Google apps** using the native Google Speech to Text engine simply do not work. This includes Chrome, Google Maps, Google Now, everything.
Other apps such as Hound, work fine.
If anyone has a solution to this problem, or contacts at Joying who care enough about it, it would be appreciated..
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The problem.with chinise android is the low support for google apps due to China restrictions policies. They have baidu (baidu search, baidu maps, baidu mail...baidu everything)
Hotaudio guy told me that they have the mtcd units working only by voice for Bluetooth and commands (baidu based)
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Well the goofy thing is Joying ships with Google Maps and the Play store out of the box... Yet the maps sound doesn't work.
All of them ships with Google maps and play store....but my point is that voice functionality is proven on baidu and not on Google....and they have not ways to try Google services to fix problems
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You do not mention on witch ROM version you are. Please always do that.
See this thread for general info.
See this post for a Google TTS fix for the February ROM.
See this post for a Google TTS fix for the March ROM.
Edit: Updated. 3rd link mentioned also the February ROM.
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You do not mention on witch ROM version you are. Please always do that.
See this thread for general info.
See this post for a Google TTS fix for the February ROM.
See this post for a Google TTS fix for the February ROM.
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The MCU Version is 2016-10-31 JY_(NOR)_90_C9_7706_5009_CAN(GX)_Newlap is this what you request??
I sent an email to Joying and they want me to update to a March 5th version......I am short on time this week so it might take a few days to continue working on this.
In the meantime I will be reading a lot of posts here.........I don't think I am nearly quite as high tech as most on here......but I can usually figure stuff out.
Also........should I back up the stock version that I have now?.........if so........is there a video that would show me how to do that?
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Also........should I back up the stock version that I have now?.........if so........is there a video that would show me how to do that?
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Note that I made an error in my links. I corrected that above.
See the joying 59 blog for general ROM upgrades.
your October 2016 ROM is too old and contains bugs anyway.
First update to the February ROM or the March ROM.
Based on the ROM you are going to install you need to take the patched version of the February link or the March link.
ikerg said:
The problem.with chinise android is the low support for google apps due to China restrictions policies. They have baidu (baidu search, baidu maps, baidu mail...baidu everything)
Hotaudio guy told me that they have the mtcd units working only by voice for Bluetooth and commands (baidu based)
if I did help you, please hit "thanks" button
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And yet, at least in my experience, it only seems to be Android HU manufacturers who are struggling with Google voice integration while off-brand Chinese tablet manufacturers have it working out of the box. Of course off brand tablets are a lot closer to android reference designs then a bastardized integration of a Android tablet, a head unit, and custom automotive oriented firmware to tie it all together too.
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And yet, at least in my experience, it only seems to be Android HU manufacturers who are struggling with Google voice integration while off-brand Chinese tablet manufacturers have it working out of the box. Of course off brand tablets are a lot closer to android reference designs then a bastardized integration of a Android tablet, a head unit, and custom automotive oriented firmware to tie it all together too.
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Yes, and that is also very logical.
In a head unit you need to "merge" sound from the physical radio with the sound coming from apps. That is the big difference. The fix though is very simple.
I wrote a patch for the sofia server apk that facilitates Google voice integration. That's what I mentioned in post 6.
Unfortunately Joying doesn't want to accept the fix. Obviously Google voice integration is not important for them as long as they have their chinese Baidu voice integration.
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Yes, and that is also very logical.
In a head unit you need to "merge" sound from the physical radio with the sound coming from apps. That is the big difference. The fix though is very simple.
I wrote a patch for the sofia server apk that facilitates Google voice integration. That's what I mentioned in post 6.
Unfortunately Joying doesn't want to accept the fix. Obviously Google voice integration is not important for them as long as they have their chinese Baidu voice integration.
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Thanks Surfer63. ......I'm now running the March 14th update. ......can I still use your tts and app kill mod in post 6.....how do I install that?........does it install just like any other apk?
budwha said:
The MCU Version is 2016-10-31 JY_(NOR)_90_C9_7706_5009_CAN(GX)_Newlap is this what you request??
I sent an email to Joying and they want me to update to a March 5th version......I am short on time this week so it might take a few days to continue working on this.
In the meantime I will be reading a lot of posts here.........I don't think I am nearly quite as high tech as most on here......but I can usually figure stuff out.
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Update the ROM. Quite out of date.
Also try changing the default Maps app to Google Maps in the Car Media Settings app.
budwha said:
Thanks Surfer63. ......I'm now running the March 14th update. ......can I still use your tts and app kill mod in post 6.....how do I install that?........does it install just like any other apk?
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No, you should take the V4 from gustden from this post.
Read the first post please for your questions and also check the zip.
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No, you should take the V4 from gustden from this post.
Read the first post please for your questions and also check the zip.
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Ok.........my steering wheel buttons work the way I like for now. .....I would like to know if this will change the way my steering wheel keys work now OR just give me the ability customize them.
Also.....I just saw that you modified the Navi list of apps that allow speaking during radio........which apps did you add?......I would love it if I could get Tasker to say stuff or Readittome to work and read out Mighty Text messages.....as of now .....I have not been able do any of that.
budwha said:
Ok.........my steering wheel buttons work the way I like for now. .....I would like to know if this will change the way my steering wheel keys work now OR just give me the ability customize them.
Also.....I just saw that you modified the Navi list of apps that allow speaking during radio........which apps did you add?......I would love it if I could get Tasker to say stuff or Readittome to work and read out Mighty Text messages.....as of now .....I have not been able do any of that.
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@surfer63 can we do a wildcard add to allow ANY/all apps to go over radio?
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@surfer63 can we do a wildcard add to allow ANY/all apps to go over radio?
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No, we can't.
The sofiaServer apk reads the package names (and not the name of the apk as such) from that file. I could not follow the code further but I assume that it "sees" a running com.google.android.tts (GoogleTTS) in memory, trying to speak something and it knows that that one is allowed to break through the radio audio stream.
What I have been thinking of, but I completely lack the knowledge to reprogram it, is that the apk reads the navi_app.txt file from preferably /sdcard or possibly /data, and not internally. In that case everyone can add his/her own line for his/her own "speaking" app to the file. Reboot and test, and when it works you are happy.
Edit: I did check again and it might even be very simple to put the file on /sdcard. I will try tonight.
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No, we can't.
The sofiaServer apk reads the package names (and not the name of the apk as such) from that file. I could not follow the code further but I assume that it "sees" a running com.google.android.tts (GoogleTTS) in memory, trying to speak something and it knows that that one is allowed to break through the radio audio stream.
What I have been thinking of, but I completely lack the knowledge to reprogram it, is that the apk reads the navi_app.txt file from preferably /sdcard or possibly /data, and not internally. In that case everyone can add his/her own line for his/her own "speaking" app to the file. Reboot and test, and when it works you are happy.
Edit: I did check again and it might even be very simple to put the file on /sdcard. I will try tonight.
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The apk does not have (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE) in the manifest. If you try to add it to the manifest, you will have to resign with the original certificate to get it to install. It's a good idea, just may have to put it someplace not on the sdcard, /data should work.
https://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission.html#READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
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The apk does not have (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE) in the manifest. If you try to add it to the manifest, you will have to resign with the original certificate to get it to install. It's a good idea, just may have to put it someplace not on the sdcard, /data should work.
https://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission.html#READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
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What about a file in the system partition? That way you can still add the apps as you wish, just a bit harder to get to
gustden said:
The apk does not have (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE) in the manifest. If you try to add it to the manifest, you will have to resign with the original certificate to get it to install. It's a good idea, just may have to put it someplace not on the sdcard, /data should work.
https://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission.html#READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
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Right. I did not think of that.
I will try tonight in a few hours (my time zone that is )
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What about a file in the system partition? That way you can still add the apps as you wish, just a bit harder to get to
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The /system partition is read-only. You would always have to remount the /system partition as read-write, write the file, and remount as read-only.
The /data partition is a read/write partition, be it that you need root rights (we have that) to write to /data. Apps can only write to their own data folder.
OK, not my favorite car in the world. But my mate showed off his new (to him) Volvo XC90 about 4-5 yrs old.
We sat in it for about two hours working out all the knobs n whistles and then we found the phone section.
Not only could we pair his phone, I then did mine. Plus it has option for about ten more - at the same time
Samsung S6 and Samsung S9, so nothing too special. But the realy cool thing, and I mean REALY COOL, and something I've been crying out for for ages for my humble px5 head unit, was at the click of a touch screen not only could you see recent callers, but also recent messages. This is where I would put the well n truly shocked icon !
No google crap, nag screens, warnings of the apocolypse or anything. Jjust a simple clear list of readable recent messages.
Not only that but at a simple touch of any message it was read out. No fuss or bother, no mods, plugins or crashes or freezes.
It just worked.
So why have we let google literally kick our asses for so long. Sob.
Hi, that might be because your PX5 is not Android auto but is a hacked chinese android.
Requesting mod move to Android head units section...
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Hi, that might be because your PX5 is not Android auto but is a hacked chinese android.
Requesting mod move to Android head units section...
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Android auto is an general overall head group of sub groups of posts of specific catagories including the google os Android auto.
But before you move it, how about you show me show me a dedicated (android auto) head unit I can buy, that fits my car.
Mercedes w203. That runs 'Android auto' and doesn't have a ton of usless junk like play store, tracking, feedback, Adverts, usage logs, heart monitor, nag screens, privacy notices and works flawlessly as my post above describes. Whoose system IS also a android 'hacked' based system. And I wont care who makes it.
PLEASE - I will buy it.
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Android auto is an general overall head group of sub groups of posts of specific catagories including the google os Android auto.
But before you move it, how about you show me show me a dedicated (android auto) head unit I can buy, that fits my car.
Mercedes w203. That runs 'Android auto' and doesn't have a ton of usless junk like play store, tracking, feedback, Adverts, usage logs, heart monitor, nag screens, privacy notices and works flawlessly as my post above describes. Whoose system IS also a android 'hacked' based system. And I wont care who makes it.
PLEASE - I will buy it.
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You're still confusing android auto with cheap Chinese headunits running modified versions of Android 6-10 - they are very different.
Android auto units basically mirror your phone display to the vehicle Android auto headunit display.
Official / REAL Android Auto units, without the 'junk' you describe are listed here: https://www.android.com/auto/
Since you're still not alive to the differences and comparing your PX5 hacked Chinese android headunit to an unknown type unit, mods moved your post to the appropriate android headunits sub-forum.
Suggest learning the basics and differences and then ask questions.
I would say also, that head units supporting AA are not sold separately, but they only come mounted in new cars, as part of the infotainment system. They do not have and it is not possible to install apps on them, they only become alive when connected to a mobile phone (which will be then the brains of the system).
As marchnz said, they only mirror your phone's screen.
You are talking about independent head units supporting Android operating system (which do not need AA because they are already being able to download and run appps from Play store) , and that is something else.
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Not quite.
I know what android auto is.
I also agree some manufatures use android as alternative to win ce to build their quality radios like Pioneer.
This is different and why I posted. Please don't assume its an either or and that I'm an idiot for mentioning it.
Volvo have used Googles android as an os without the crap 'spyware apps' and intergration to develop their OWN system. called sensus
It does not mirror a phone and run apps from it.
Although the new version does have AA and much more google integration unfortunately.
It does not require a phone to work. It has its own built in for data if need be. But also runs off line.
Its an independent system that can link to multiple paired phones for messaging and calls.
Their are no agreements and nag screen pop ups every two minutes from google. All its functions are running at once and all work together. So easy to flick from one to the other without it crashing.
Its a great system and showcases what can be done and the potential of just android as an os without googles presence and interference.
Hello,
I recently purchased this unit:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001723766214.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.52f54c4dcVJLhn
The install was a little difficult but went okay. For some reason when I try to login to login to google playstore it automatically closes. I have tried allowing app permissions and clearing storage and cache. It says it is running Android 10 API 29 (qp1a.190711.l020). It has carlink installed but does not seem to recognize my phone. I have managed to get the Bluetooth working, but I guess I should have done more research and gotten a unit that other people have. Do I risk bricking the device if I try to flash another version of android onto it? I like the DSP and some of the features but I can't even log in to google. Also could someone tell me if this is MTCD or the other? The company is responding to my questions so far but it was really late in China when I told them I can't log in to google, so hopefully they message me with a fix tomorrow. There seems to be 4 instances of an app called "Launcher 3" and an app called "App store" that says it could ruin my device if I try to uninstall so I just disabled it. This thing seemed to have all the features on paper, 8 cores, 128gb ram, 4gb rom, DSP, dash cam, rear view cam, optical audio out, 4g antenna, external sim card, gps antenna, 5 g capability... you name it. They "accidentally" sent me the 64 gb version instead of 128gb but they sent me a free dash cam and tpms to make up for the mistake (which they denied at first). If anyone knows why google would be doing this and a fix please let me know. Big let down for 450 bucks.
Please post a picture of the system about screen for your unit, that would help determine if it is MTCD/E. You should be able to find such a screen in the settings.
You're pretty lucky that they're responding to your inquiries. There is a chance that your head unit is not running Android 10 and may be fake in many regards (e.g. running much earlier version and "claiming" to be Android 10)).
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Please post a picture of the system about screen for your unit, that would help determine if it is MTCD/E. You should be able to find such a screen in the settings.
You're pretty lucky that they're responding to your inquiries. There is a chance that your head unit is not running Android 10 and may be fake in many regards (e.g. running much earlier version and "claiming" to be Android 10)).
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Thank you for the quick response. Yeah, at least they are responding. If you click the add it looks so legit with the 8 core 64 gb 4 gb ram. But my home screen looks nothing like what they advertise.View attachment Home screen.webp
Please scroll the view up on the about screen and take another picture. It is hard to see with what looks like plastic film on the screen. Would like to see the MCU version and perhaps additional information. Thank you for posting the first picture.
Oh and my pleasure to try to help you. We need to determine for sure what the head unit is and if it's MTCD/E I along with others here in the forums would be glad to try to answer your questions and help you resolve the issues you're having.
Sorry it's super bright out. Here ya go.
The only units I could find that use that particular CPU (UIS7862) are Joying branded head units. Their units are not MTCD/E. That being said, this thread probably should be moved to Android Head Units as the discussion in that forum are for non MTCx head units.
I will offer you this suggestion regarding the Google login issue, try opening the YouTube app or Google search app and try logging in from one of those. Alternatively locate the Accounts section in the settings and see if you can login to Google from there. That may help with the Google Play launching issue. If you can get GP to launch then you will be able to get Play Services updated and other applicable updates to make the Google apps/ecosystem work.
Once you get Google Play working, I would suggest installing an app like CPU-Z to see what your system consists of.
One more thing, welcome to the XDA community.
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The only units I could find that use that particular CPU (UIS7862) are Joying branded head units. Their units are not MTCD/E. That being said, this thread probably should be moved to Android Head Units as the discussion in that forum are for non MTCx head units.
I will offer you this suggestion regarding the Google login issue, try opening the YouTube app or Google search app and try logging in from one of those. Alternatively locate the Accounts section in the settings and see if you can login to Google from there. That may help with the Google Play launching issue. If you can get GP to launch then you will be able to get Play Services updated and other applicable updates to make the Google apps/ecosystem work.
Once you get Google Play working, I would suggest installing an app like CPU-Z to see what your system consists of.
One more thing, welcome to the XDA community.
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For sure, I have heard the Joying are decent. I haven't been able to get it to interface with my phone other than viewing it as files. I cant do the mirror screen split screen that is advertised in the AliExpress ad. I tried to download Zlink apk and install it (disabled third party app restriction) and it said not installed. Maybe I need an older version than 4.0.6? Unfortunately none of your tips worked, even the google one, but thank you so much for taking the time to assist me. Hopefully the seller has a fix for this, as I am not great with android.
Requested via report to move to Android Head units forum.
Sorry that my suggestions did not work for you. I have asked the forum moderators to move this thread to the Android Head units forum where maybe someone in that forum maybe has experience with the same or similar head units as yours. Suggest searching the forums here as I'm confident that somebody has solved the Google login problems you are experiencing.
Your head unit should just work out of the box. I would not recommend updating firmware or such major changes before getting your unit working at a minimum as you expect. Thing with that is how will you know if additional problems that you might encounter are from the update vs what you have now?
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Already done same before. Thank you.
By selecting one of the variants of launcher as the default launcher app you should be able to get the user interface to look as shown on the ad where you bought the unit. Since these devices are sold under many brand names, they often include many different launchers which is what provides the user experience seen when the system boots up.
You should find a default apps selection in the settings where you can pick the default launcher.
One more suggestion that might get it where you can login to Google would be to locate the factory reset option in the settings. Since you couldn't install any new apps on it anyway, not much to lose customization wise.
I believe there is a system patch for the FYT IS7862 units. My IDoing came working so I assume it was already patched, but if you head to the Joying thread you'll see posts about a system patch. Not sure that patch will work for your unit, I think that's what you need.
Actually, they are being pretty helpful. They just sent me an update I have yet to install (kind of afraid as it is working now and I realized I don't really need google integration. Here is a screenshot. Good to know it is a FYT IS7862 unit.
Here is the new firmware she sent me and instructions. Honestly kinda scared. She didn't tell me what I am upgrading to, she just said new version. Maybe someone could check this RAR out if they have time?
https://wetransfer.com/downloads/2f...6e4ab0a57f920b634846c7f920210515022252/aac7ff
Just for fun I went to the download page and did a screenshot of the page. I then ran the screenshot through the Google translate app. With the transition set to go from Chinese to English, the download link says "overseas system. rar".
You could possibly run the PNG file that you attached to your post thru Google translate and maybe figure out the filenames. The picture is not clear enough to do the same as the picture resolution is pretty bad. Was hoping maybe the download filename would offer some clues about what the rar file contains.
Maybe you could request from whoever sent you the link, an English version of the download if available. Granted they say something about English text showing up in green after the flash. I could totally understand your apprehension since you cannot read the filenames.
I could unrar the file and try getting filename translations, might be helpful.
Man, I really appreciate you looking into that for me. I went ahead and bit the bullet and did it and it booted up with a different theme and reset to factory settings. Seems to be dropping my home wifi connection now. I havent tried putting a sim card in the unit yet, as I only have a micro sim from my tablet. I asked her several times what we are upgrading and she said it's not the android version, but a fix to make google login work. So, I went to login to google and instead of getting hung up and crashing after the "checking info..." screen it actually had a box to type my gmail address and let me type it and press login. Then it said "Cannot contact google servers, try again later.
This 1.4 GB file seems large for a small fix. There were like three ZIP files in the rar. Also, when I look at what is using memory on the unit there are like 10 apps I didn't open in the background. Makes me feel like the mfg. has some spyware or malware on the unit. Isn't it commonplace to completely wipe one of these units clean and install a different version of android? Why couldn't I just install android 11? Is it becasue I wont be able to find the apks for unique apps and functionality on there?
They usually (never) provide system patches that fix one specific thing. By providing the whole system update it still makes it impossible to know exactly what's being installed.
Unfortunately it's not so simple to go from one version of Android to another as they intentionally make it difficult to do. It kind of puts a lifespan on these units. There's always gonna be something broken or something that will eventually break rendering the unit useless or just be a flaw that you end up accepting. Plus by limiting the Android version its planned obsolescence as updates won't always be available forever.
Maybe and it's a big maybe you can find an alternative ROM for your particular system right here on XDA. Those are becoming more and more rare because of numerous factors however.
I wouldn't recommend logging into the head unit with a Google account that has a payment method associated with it. Maybe create a whole new Google account just in case? Also you could try going somewhere that you can get free public WiFi (e.g WalMart, McDonald's, etc). All that would do is confirm it works, for what it's worth.
Regarding the wifi connectivity issue, was it able to connect to the same wifi before applying that provided update? Is the wifi signal strength good? It's likely connecting to the wifi but not getting an IP address and other connection parameters and disconnecting on failure. There is an advanced workaround that involves manually setting the network connection parameters (e.g IP address, etc) but you'd need to be comfortable with doing that sort of thing. Let me know if interested.
Despite the update essentially doing a factory reset as part of the firmware installation, I suggest manually doing a factory reset. Maybe even do the reset a couple times just to be sure. Truth is that the device should just work out of the box without the extra contortions.
Apparently the Google login problem is a common issue and there are claims of Google hacks on these units as well:
Post in thread 'New Joying Android 10 UIS7862 Octacore 1.8GHz (4GB RAM, 64GB flash)' https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...8ghz-4gb-ram-64gb-flash.4168069/post-85003075
I was looking at one of these on Aliexpress and found this thread. @CaliBurr, do you have any updates on how this is unit is working out for you?
Hi
A friend gave me a Amazon HD Fire 10 (2021) tablet and asked me to "Put Google on it."
With a little luck and a bit of Google-ing, I managed to get Chrome, Youtube, Gmail, etc. working but I have an issue with Google Maps in that it works fine while online connected via Wi-Fi - It finds my location and lets me navigate, I can even download maps for offline use....but as soon as I turn off Wi-Fi, Maps looses my location and I can only view the "steps" needed to get from "Point A" to "Point B".
Any help would be much appreciated.
PS: Fire OS version is 7.3.2.4
So as it turns out, Amazon Fire tablets doesn't have built in GPS, or not according to gsmarena.
There is an article somewhere on XDA that mentions the contrary but to my understanding, the built-in GPS isn't activated out of the factory. (I just can't find the article right at this moment.)
I ended up using this app from the Google Play store to share my phone's GPS location to the tablet via Bluetooth.
Obviously, you need to mod the tablet and install Google Play for this to work. I found that the Fire Toolbox method didn't work for me spesifically...so I used this guide instead.
Well, I hope someone finds this useful!
Cheers.
Noob1994 said:
So as it turns out, Amazon Fire tablets doesn't have built in GPS, or not according to gsmarena.
There is an article somewhere on XDA that mentions the contrary but to my understanding, the built-in GPS isn't activated out of the factory. (I just can't find the article right at this moment.)
I ended up using this app from the Google Play store to share my phone's GPS location to the tablet via Bluetooth.
Obviously, you need to mod the tablet and install Google Play for this to work. I found that the Fire Toolbox method didn't work for me spesifically...so I used this guide instead.
Well, I hope someone finds this useful!
Cheers.
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can you explain it to me in further detail, how to do this? i have fire hd 10 plus, I installed your apps, but it doesn't work. How do I do it? do I need to also install the same apps on my tablet / client side or only from the smartphone / server side?
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can you explain it to me in further detail, how to do this? i have fire hd 10 plus, I installed your apps, but it doesn't work. How do I do it? do I need to also install the same apps on my tablet / client side or only from the smartphone / server side?
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Hi
I don't have the tablet with me anymore but I will make a guide with screenshots using 2 android phones as soon as I get a chance.... I might be able to do it a little later today but don't hold me to a promise.
Regards
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Hi
I don't have the tablet with me anymore but I will make a guide with screenshots using 2 android phones as soon as I get a chance.... I might be able to do it a little later today but don't hold me to a promise.
Regards
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thanks bro... I spent like 12 hours researching to no avail, also i am kinda new on this forum but looking for this specific information makes me want to kill myself in videogames. Googling doesn't help either because 99.9% informations out there are just trash and they don't exactly deal with this specific issue. I am just getting frustrated almost wanting to throw this tablet to the trashcan already because literally that's all i want to have and I can't do it.
There's some guys on youtube that succeed having their fire tablet doing gps navigation but it is either the old version or they just gloated they managed to do it without telling us anything how to do it.
This is just mind boggling to me, why the hell amazon not implementing gps system on tablet? sorry I am ranting cause I am truly desperate and don't know what to do anymore.
randomguyy said:
thanks bro... I spent like 12 hours researching to no avail, also i am kinda new on this forum but looking for this specific information makes me want to kill myself in videogames. Googling doesn't help either because 99.9% informations out there are just trash and they don't exactly deal with this specific issue. I am just getting frustrated almost wanting to throw this tablet to the trashcan already because literally that's all i want to have and I can't do it.
There's some guys on youtube that succeed having their fire tablet doing gps navigation but it is either the old version or they just gloated they managed to do it without telling us anything how to do it.
This is just mind boggling to me, why the hell amazon not implementing gps system on tablet? sorry I am ranting cause I am truly desperate and don't know what to do anymore.
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I know how you feel. I also battled with this for a while.
I promised you a guide with screenshots....the problem is I cannot replicate the results using 2 android phones that have built-in GPS
The best I can do is guide you through download / setup of the app from memory:
1) Open Google Maps on the Fire HD 10 while it is connected to Wi-Fi and download an offline map of your area. Turn off Wi-Fi afterwards.
2) Download the GPS Connector app to the Fire HD 10
3) Enable "Developer Options" on the Fire HD 10 and set "Mock Location App" to the "GPS Connector" app (This step is pretty much the same on all Android phones or tablets -
Open Settings
Open Device Options
Tap the Serial number seven times
Swipe to the bottom of the Device Options menu
Developer Options should be the last item​
...from here, open "Developer Options" and scroll down a ways until you see something along the lines of "Select mock location app.)
4) Pair your phone** (the device that will be sending the GPS signal) to your Fire HD 10 via Bluetooth
5) Open the "GPS Connector" app on the Fire HD 10 and click the "Settings" cog-icon
6) Click on "GNSS Device" and then click "Bluetooth"
7) On the next screen, select "Paired device" and then select your phone's ** Bluetooth name
8) Backtrack one screen and turn on "Set GPS Mock Location"
9) Now, turn on your phone's** location
10) Go back to the main screen of "GPS Connector" and you should see the time as well as Latitude and Longitude coordinates on the screen
11) Minimize the "GPS Connector" app into your "Recent Apps" and open Google Maps
12) If you don't have location right away, click the small circular button with the red "?" inside, this should prompt you to turn on "Location Services".
If all goes well, you should now be able to navigate offline within the area of the map that you downloaded. For example, from your house to the local grocery store.
If you have an unlimited data plan on your phone, you could also setup your android phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot and tether it to the Fire HD 10.
Let me know if you manage, if not I will try and find another app to do the GPS sharing.
Good luck