Our company is looking to implement a smartwatch for in-store IM. I tried out one a year or so ago that I picked up off Alibaba. The look of it was a little less unisex and less elegant than our requirements. Although the functionality was along the lines of what we would need. Wondering if any of y'all had any recommendations as to a specific manufacturer and model. Here is what we are looking for:
Embedded WiFi
2G/3G SIM compatible with GSM type carriers (e.g. - AT&T and T-Mobile).
Connectivity to interface with either Android Wear or a custom ROM, via Windows-based USB drivers.
Ability to install apps from the Google Play Store (e.g. - FreedomPop messaging).
Capability to define SIM network settings similar to standard Android config settings (e.g. - network preference, access point names, etc.).
I did just evaluate a KingWear KW18, but couldn't customize the GUI to allow me to install Google Play Store apps, couldn't define the SIM network settings to function with FreedomPop messaging, etc. Although the form of the watch was more elegant, similar to an Apple Watch. Which is the only plus in terms of this particular make/model.
Any suggestions?
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Hi there! We are a group of iPhone / Android developers who have developed a suite of web services to assist us and other developers in building great apps.
After numerous projects we have become tired of having to set up the server scripts to do all the same things for different clients. Most of the server functionality
is typical: 1) storing location data for Google Maps; 2) storing users' high scores / ranks; 3) sending Push Notifications; 4) storing files / XML; etc.
We couldn't use the existent solutions because in some cases they didn't provide the required functionality and in most cases they require your users to be exposed to some social network of theirs, while our clients just want a simple functionality without users knowing of any services behind that.
So we have launched what we call Mob1serv, a universal server solution for the typical needs of iPhone / Android apps. It consists of modules which deal with most common tasks:
• High Scores - a powerful online high scores table
• PushNote - a module allowing to send immediate or delayed Push Notifications (you can build instant messengers or alarm clocks, anything with this)
• GeoPos - stores locations of Google Map objects, their statuses and 'last seen online' time
• OAuth contracter - allows you to implement transparent authentication and integration with Facebook, Twitter, Google etc
• More modules to come!
We have tried to make it as simple as possible for developers, so you just need to register at the back end and then you can add as many apps as you want and start using these services. From the client (app) side, you need to add a library to your project and put a corresponding ID there, that's it.
The service is free, it's a 'freemium' model. It has been built by developers for developers. Some developers and apps are already using it as it was open for alpha testing before, but now we are launching it open for the world so that we can see what you're thinking of it and also get your feedback of how we can improve the existent modules or what modules to add next. Welcome to Mob1serv - mob1serv.com!
Oh multiple-flavors-of-android gurus,
I'm planning on trying out Honeycomb on a spare uSD card. How does the market treat multiple installs (swapping out uSD cards) on the same device? I did a web search, and a thread on a different forum said that most purchased apps check based on user account, but some check based on a unique identifier (SN? Mac ID? wasn't explained). Is this correct? I wouldn't be able to use them both at the same time so concurrent use of a license wouldn't be happening.
It seems counter-intuitive to have to re-purchase apps (that aren't re-written for different android OSes) because you're running a different version of android on the same device, but I wasn't able to find out for sure.
I've done this for a number of different ROMs, all on SD card installs in the same Nook color unit.
If I've paid for it (or "paid" for it due to the freebie of the day from Amazon) from either Amazon or Google's markets then I can download the app again without issue.
If it was a FREE App, then it's not been stored in my profile and I have to find it again.
There are programs out there that let you share app-lists with your friends to get them set up easily, which includes the free apps which are a bit annoying to find otherwise -- and surely you are your own best friend?
The Wear SDK doesn't appear to have anything similar to the Pebblekit JS Framework. Does this mean that any watch app that wants to access the internet (such as a simple weather app) will need a dedicated companion phone app? Or am I missing something?
The Wear emulator technically looks like Android, but on a small screen, and with a different "launcher".
You can run many existing Android apps on it. I tried one of mine, and it worked, more or less, but the UI was squished as would be expected.
This is why it's called "Android Wear". It's just an Android variant. There may be some "normal" Android APIs it won't support, and there will be watch specific APIs I'm sure.
IMO, it makes sense and is smart of Google to do this. I don't want to deal with 10 different smartwatch OS's.
NOW is the time for a bigger, richer smartwatch OS, because it's now possible to put enough ARM compute power in a watch sized device.
I presume that Google Play will support watch apps at some point. And I'm looking forward to seeing custom watch ROMs. I hope there won't be too much locking down of devices, or at least a Nexus watch or 2 that can be unlocked.
I agree with all of your comments, but I also think the cool thing about pebble is that I can write a watch app that will, for example, get weather from a JSON source on the internet without requiring the user to install another phone app. I don't think you can do that with Wear.
I do not have an Android head unit yet but I've been looking into security options. Case use examples where you'd want security, if you need to leave your car with a service centre; if you let a family member or friend use the vehicle; worst case scenario if it gets stolen. In all scenarios people would have access to your Google account (Gmail, Play Store, Calendar etc).
So far the solutions I've seen are:
1. Don't use your primary Google account. This is the most secure, but also the least convenient.
2. Using AppLock and other apps. I haven't tried this on any Android device so I don't know how truly secure it is at locking sensitive apps and data. I'm not even sure how convenient it really is.
Here's an idea for a third option for Lollipop and above head units, that in theory is the most elegant solution provided they have the same security functionality as the stock Android OS.
1. Enable the lock screen feature in the Android settings so it requires a pin to login.
2. Employ the smart lock feature in Android so the head unit unlocks when it detects a trusted device, such as a Bluetooth connection with your smartphone, your Fitbit, etc.
3. Add a guest user account to the head unit for times when someone else will use the car so they can still use basic features, but not access your sensitive data.
I'm not sure how this would affect boot time, or if the aforementioned security features have been disabled in these head units, etc. Let me know if this would work.
vxn said:
I do not have an Android head unit yet but I've been looking into security options. Case use examples where you'd want security, if you need to leave your car with a service centre; if you let a family member or friend use the vehicle; worst case scenario if it gets stolen. In all scenarios people would have access to your Google account (Gmail, Play Store, Calendar etc).
So far the solutions I've seen are:
1. Don't use your primary Google account. This is the most secure, but also the least convenient.
2. Using AppLock and other apps. I haven't tried this on any Android device so I don't know how truly secure it is at locking sensitive apps and data. I'm not even sure how convenient it really is.
Here's an idea for a third option for Lollipop and above head units, that in theory is the most elegant solution provided they have the same security functionality as the stock Android OS.
1. Enable the lock screen feature in the Android settings so it requires a pin to login.
2. Employ the smart lock feature in Android so the head unit unlocks when it detects a trusted device, such as a Bluetooth connection with your smartphone, your Fitbit, etc.
3. Add a guest user account to the head unit for times when someone else will use the car so they can still use basic features, but not access your sensitive data.
I'm not sure how this would affect boot time, or if the aforementioned security features have been disabled in these head units, etc. Let me know if this would work.
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Have you been able to get this working? I am also looking for a similar solution to stay secure while keeping primary Google account.
roxylove said:
Have you been able to get this working? I am also looking for a similar solution to stay secure while keeping primary Google account.
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The unit I've got had half of the Settings menu disabled, including Lockscreen. Before I rooted it and installed normal settings I used activity shortcut to get to the hidden menu options. I described it here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=73282307&postcount=6
For some reason unlock with trusted devices mostly doesn't work. But overall it works and device is not accessible unless you enter pin.
Hello everyone! I purchased the "Inchor L16 Smartwatch" - otherwise known as "Incomm L16" - or even "Docooler Smart Wristfit".
Look on Amazon for "Docooler Smart Wristfit" or "Inchor L16 Smartwatch" and you'll see the price range is roughly $23 - $35.
The watch is very inexpensive, very slim (my favorite attribute), and has decent functionality. However, I know this watch has got to be underutilized! It can do much more, I'm just sure of it!
This app is required to manage watch is called "Wristfit"
I would like to know how to go about modding the watch, maybe putting a different OS on it, or somehow providing additional functionality. For example, I would like to see text messages read out to me. Currently, the only useful information that is read to me from my phone is the caller ID.
Where do we begin?