This is my first ROM for a MTK device, so you will need to have some patience.
No files by now, because it's a pre-alpha. Once the rom is somewhat useable I will upload the needed files.
By now you can see:
http://imgur.com/tzUFoD0
Please, don't ask me for files. I will work on this image only in my sparse time, so the development could be slow.
WORKING:
Wifi
Bluetooth
Lights (screen brightness)
NOT WORKING:
Audio
Default android launcher (no watchface)
Sensors
No Gapps
NOT TESTED:
Modem
For my use
And this too
Cojo sitio!
Enviado desde mi MX4 mediante Tapatalk
Very nice
Amazing!
Nice! I think with us devs playing to our strengths we should be able to put some polish on the W812a. A working 5.1 base also opens up a few doors app wise.
corvus said:
This is my first ROM for a MTK device, so you will need to have some patience...... .....
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Excellent idea, and thank you for this work. It is a pleasure to see these active community for this device.
Sorry for my translation by goolge
Very pleased to see this @corvus
Great effort mate - thanks very much !
This will open be a big step forward in the way of development.
Let us know if there's anything we can do.
I have a K8 Mini, a D5 and a K8 regular round - so does @Lokifish Marz and @cyrux75.
Cheers
There are some big problems with this rom. I try to port the launcher of the K8 mini but like Lokifish said in another thread there is not a unique apk and some resources are spread in several apks in the stock image. Audio is not working, and I do everything that I can to get it working, but by now no luck, and the bigger problem is sensors, they have some kernel modules (not a problem, because we use the same kernel) that are loaded with a bunch of binary files, and those binary files only run in KitKat, and don't work in Lollipop (and they will never work without recompile them to work in L), so no sensors in this image and seems that we will never get them until some chinese manufacturer release a L image in a device with this sensors.
I try to port the Omate Truesmart+ image that it's Lollipop and same mtk chipset, but without luck (and seems that they have another sensors, so I don't spend so much time on this).
So, if some one with more experience that me in mtk devices wants to take a look or ask something, I'm open to share my work with anyone.
What about a simple ROM with Nova Launcher and GAPPS?
Without audio or sensors? and with a draining battery... I'm not sure that this will be useful for anyone. I could share the zip, but I don't want users without the needed knowledge using it, breaking their devices and coming back to ask me why it's not working.
Anyway I continue searching for another rom from where make a porting with the same sensors.
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Vamos, que la rom es bastante inutil por ahora y no quiero romper nada a nadie. Pero sigo investigando...
corvus said:
Without audio or sensors? and with a draining battery... I'm not sure that this will be useful for anyone. I could share the zip, but I don't want users without the needed knowledge using it, breaking their devices and coming back to ask me why it's not working.
Anyway I continue searching for another rom from where make a porting with the same sensors.
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Vamos, que la rom es bastante inutil por ahora y no quiero romper nada a nadie. Pero sigo investigando...
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what about using the android 5.0 that is on W3 smartwatch , i know that it is a BT watch but before the new update it had android 4.3 that means it is'nt Wear but lollipop, no?
check with
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-O80LWcILQ
soniasophie9697 said:
what about using the android 5.0 that is on W3 smartwatch , i know that it is a BT watch but before the new update it had android 4.3 that means it is'nt Wear but lollipop, no?
check with
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-O80LWcILQ
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The W3 is completely different architecture. It uses an Ingenic M200 MIPS.
I stumbled across this one:
http://www.mtkroms.com/2016/02/bugless-resurrection-remix-for-mt6572.html
I'm actually not a developer, but maybe it is of some use for your work. At least it is our chipset and kernel.
Yes, one of this roms is what I use as base, but sensors are hardware dependant and watch has not the same hardware than a phone
Hello to all, was abandoned this project? We are not talking any more.
bettuccio said:
Hello to all, was abandoned this project? We are not talking any more.
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Nothing to talk about. No drivers = no rom.
pablo11 said:
Nothing to talk about. No drivers = no rom.
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I am sorry for this. Thanks for the reply Pablo.
My Redmi 7A is a Global version (PCMMIXM) but I live in Europe and would like to change it to European version (PCMEUXM).
Is it possible, and if so what's the difference?
Jazzda said:
My Redmi 7A is a Global version (PCMMIXM) but I live in Europe and would like to change it to European version (PCMEUXM).
Is it possible, and if so what's the difference?
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Ok, then. Forget about the differences.
It's possible to flash a PCMEUXM Rom in a Redmi 7A Global?
Than you
Jazzda said:
My Redmi 7A is a Global version (PCMMIXM) but I live in Europe and would like to change it to European version (PCMEUXM).
Is it possible, and if so what's the difference?
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You need unlocked bootloader.
Yes it is possible to change EU version download
Fastboot rom eu version and flash with mi flash tools
Download the same version .the difference
1(for working face unlock don't need change country
2) privacy and personal data.
First of all check arb protection if enabled.
mais 14 said:
First of all check arb protection if enabled.
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Thank you for the info.
Now my next question, if you don't mind:
I already own the phone so I can't do nothing about it, but I'm getting tired of all this forced protection "for my own good". I live in a free country and I'm not used to this kind of BS.
So, can I get rid of MIUI for good and start having full control on MY phone? this includes getting rid of google spyware as much as possible.
Can you point me in the right direction?
Thanks again
I just found e.foundation site. It seems to have all I need, absolutely ungoogled
They have a section in the forum to request new supported devices. I was the third to ask it for Redmi 7A.
Could it be of interest?
Before unlocking I'm studying possible choices to live without google/xiaomi spyware and crapware.
Jazzda said:
I just found e.foundation site. It seems to have all I need, absolutely ungoogled
They have a section in the forum to request new supported devices. I was the third to ask it for Redmi 7A.
Could it be of interest?
Before unlocking I'm studying possible choices to live without google/xiaomi spyware and crapware.
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Read on gsi costum frim forum here you can flash aosp vanilia rom without Google or xiaomi app or
Spyware.
mais 14 said:
Read on gsi costum frim forum here you can flash aosp vanilia rom without Google or xiaomi app or
Spyware.
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Thank you again for the reply.
I tried to follow that thread but it's somewhat confusing for a noob like me
I think I have already downloaded all but can't find AOSP Vanilia, can you privide me a link for it?
Jazzda said:
Thank you again for the reply.
I tried to follow that thread but it's somewhat confusing for a noob like me
I think I have already downloaded all but can't find AOSP Vanilia, can you privide me a link for it?
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https://github.com/phhusson/treble_.../system-arm32_binder64-ab-vanilla-nosu.img.xz
mais 14 said:
https://github.com/phhusson/treble_.../system-arm32_binder64-ab-vanilla-nosu.img.xz
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Thank you. I will study a little more and then shoot the beast
Jazzda said:
I just found e.foundation site. It seems to have all I need, absolutely ungoogled
They have a section in the forum to request new supported devices. I was the third to ask it for Redmi 7A.
Could it be of interest?
Before unlocking I'm studying possible choices to live without google/xiaomi spyware and crapware.
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use this one https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/miui-xiaomi-global-debloater-the4anoni-t3879739
Can you relock the phone once you have flashed the EU rom over the global rom or will this brick the phone?
Famineuk said:
Can you relock the phone once you have flashed the EU rom over the global rom or will this brick the phone?
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I don't know, and I will not try
Jazzda said:
I don't know, and I will not try
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I tried and it is fine you can install the fastboot eea rom and relock the bootloader if you phone is the global version. It is not the same as trying to install the china rom since the eea rom is essentially the global rom with the option to opt of personalised ads and some other privacy enhancements. It won't brick your phone (I am not talking about the xiaomi.eu roms which do need to have the bootloader permanently unlocked).
Hello! I've recently got my hands on a brand new Nubia Alpha. This device is based on Snapdragon 2100 and uses modified Android Wear (based on Android 7.1). But global version is a crap - it does not have ability to install apps. That ability is just locked away. That's ridiculous!
So I want to unlock my device to make it fully functional. I've tried:
Installing apps via adb install. It says:
Code:
>>adb install WearforInstagram.apk
$ adb: failed to install WearforInstagram.apk:
Exception occurred while dumping:
java.lang.IllegalArgumentException: forbiden install apk.
at com.android.server.pm.PackageInstallerService.createSessionInternal(PackageInstallerService.java:581)
Yep, with misspelled "forbiden". Some proprietary locking mechanism, I guess.
Invoking package.installer via ADB. It does not work as installer, which is pretty common for Wear devices. I managed to call uninstallation screen that finishes successfully, but it has no effect on any app.
Calling system and factory apps using ADB. Looks like no special engineering menu is present here.
Using ADB --disable command to stop some system processes and see native interface. Yep, that works, and I even managed to disable a launcher. But then Alpha displays just "Loading Android" screen with running circle. No crashes to some fallback GUI, sadly.
Bootloader unlock from Fastboot. Does not works, displaying a standard message about oem lock.
DirtyCow exploit to get root. That could work... but ah, ADB shell seems pretty limited - I can't use chmod there, so I can't run anything executable from PC. I had an sh, but Shellshock vulnerability seems fixed here.
Temporary TWRP loading from Fastboot. Nope, it is locked too.
So, I've started to run out of ideas.
What should I try next to free my device from that nasty lock?
Thanks!
I bought a nubia alpha, is there anything new?
Navy Lik said:
Hello! I've recently got my hands on a brand new Nubia Alpha. This device is based on Snapdragon 2100 and uses modified Android Wear (based on Android 7.1). But global version is a crap - it does not have ability to install apps. That ability is just locked away. That's ridiculous!
So I want to unlock my device to make it fully functional. I've tried:
Installing apps via adb install. It says:
Code:
>>adb install WearforInstagram.apk
$ adb: failed to install WearforInstagram.apk:
Exception occurred while dumping:
java.lang.IllegalArgumentException: forbiden install apk.
at com.android.server.pm.PackageInstallerService.createSessionInternal(PackageInstallerService.java:581)
Yep, with misspelled "forbiden". Some proprietary locking mechanism, I guess.
Invoking package.installer via ADB. It does not work as installer, which is pretty common for Wear devices. I managed to call uninstallation screen that finishes successfully, but it has no effect on any app.
Calling system and factory apps using ADB. Looks like no special engineering menu is present here.
Using ADB --disable command to stop some system processes and see native interface. Yep, that works, and I even managed to disable a launcher. But then Alpha displays just "Loading Android" screen with running circle. No crashes to some fallback GUI, sadly.
Bootloader unlock from Fastboot. Does not works, displaying a standard message about oem lock.
DirtyCow exploit to get root. That could work... but ah, ADB shell seems pretty limited - I can't use chmod there, so I can't run anything executable from PC. I had an sh, but Shellshock vulnerability seems fixed here.
Temporary TWRP loading from Fastboot. Nope, it is locked too.
So, I've started to run out of ideas.
What should I try next to free my device from that nasty lock?
Thanks!
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Any news on this?
Im completely in love with the design of the watch but i really need to get it working with apps. Ive been thinking if flashing a proper android os would work?
Navy Lik said:
Hello! I've recently got my hands on a brand new Nubia Alpha. This device is based on Snapdragon 2100 and uses modified Android Wear (based on Android 7.1). But global version is a crap - it does not have ability to install apps. That ability is just locked away. That's ridiculous!
So I want to unlock my device to make it fully functional. I've tried:
Installing apps via adb install. It says:
Code:
>>adb install WearforInstagram.apk
$ adb: failed to install WearforInstagram.apk:
Exception occurred while dumping:
java.lang.IllegalArgumentException: forbiden install apk.
at com.android.server.pm.PackageInstallerService.createSessionInternal(PackageInstallerService.java:581)
Yep, with misspelled "forbiden". Some proprietary locking mechanism, I guess.
Invoking package.installer via ADB. It does not work as installer, which is pretty common for Wear devices. I managed to call uninstallation screen that finishes successfully, but it has no effect on any app.
Calling system and factory apps using ADB. Looks like no special engineering menu is present here.
Using ADB --disable command to stop some system processes and see native interface. Yep, that works, and I even managed to disable a launcher. But then Alpha displays just "Loading Android" screen with running circle. No crashes to some fallback GUI, sadly.
Bootloader unlock from Fastboot. Does not works, displaying a standard message about oem lock.
DirtyCow exploit to get root. That could work... but ah, ADB shell seems pretty limited - I can't use chmod there, so I can't run anything executable from PC. I had an sh, but Shellshock vulnerability seems fixed here.
Temporary TWRP loading from Fastboot. Nope, it is locked too.
So, I've started to run out of ideas.
What should I try next to free my device from that nasty lock?
Thanks!
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Couple of month ago I also tried things on my own but I lost hope. For the unlock part did you try this command ?
Code:
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_SW1002
RomeusPrime said:
Couple of month ago I also tried things on my own but I lost hope. For the unlock part did you try this command ?
Code:
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_SW1002
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THERE ARE SOME VIDEO ON YOUTUBE THAT SOME PEOPLE WILL BE ABLE TO INSTALL APPLICATIONS BUT I DON'T KNOW HOW
RomeusPrime said:
Couple of month ago I also tried things on my own but I lost hope. For the unlock part did you try this command ?
Code:
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_SW1002
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There are actually 2 versions : the eSim Version and the bluetooth ( or global ) version. I think the eSim version is only available in China and it is the unlocked version where you can easily install app. For the Bluetooth version (ours) it looks like there is a lot of restriction. But Definitely we could have a great toy in our hands if it was unlocked....
I don't know if anyone speak Chinese but there is a lot of Chinese forum, maybe they also have hack but I could find anything good as I am using google translate. I remember finding a small exe file to push apk to the watch but couldn't make it work.
Here is a link
Link: https://pan.baidu.com/s/1CfuRFKSagi2NQjzZqIW8Lw
Extraction code: 6wy5
I don't know if anyone could make it work on bluetooth version
RomeusPrime said:
Na verdade, existem 2 versões: a versão eSim e a versão bluetooth (ou global). Acho que a versão eSim está disponível apenas na China e é a versão desbloqueada, onde você pode instalar o aplicativo facilmente. Para a versão Bluetooth (nossa) parece que há muitas restrições. Mas, definitivamente, poderíamos ter um grande brinquedo em nossas mãos se ele fosse desbloqueado ....
Eu não sei se alguém fala chinês, mas há muitos fóruns chineses, talvez eles também tenham hack, mas eu poderia encontrar qualquer coisa boa porque estou usando o google tradutor. Lembro-me de encontrar um pequeno arquivo exe para enviar o apk para o relógio, mas não consegui fazer funcionar.
Aqui está um link
Link: https://pan.baidu.com/s/1CfuRFKSagi2NQjzZqIW8Lw
Código de extração: 6wy5
Não sei se alguém conseguiria fazer funcionar na versão bluetooth
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a minha é a versão esim china, como instalar o app? este link não funciona com o nome do aplicativo
SO in theory you guys are saying, that the Chinese eSim version would work if properly set up?
Any chance we could modify the ROM on the International Version (or even chinese). My main concern with the china version is the lack of bluetooth tbh - as without an esim it'd be impossible to connect to a phone. While Local providers here do allow the configuration of an eSim, im concerned it wont work - let alone the fact that we do not know whether the China version allows for app installs.
So in essence we're here, someone correct me if im wrong:
1. Chinese version of the watch MAY allow installing apps.
2. International version of the watch MAY allow for the Chinese ROM to be installed .
Any ideas if the above would work?
Any ideas on modding the International ROM?
Additionally I made a reddit thread on it, that's going nowhere aswell.
https://www.reddit.com/r/androidroot/comments/myfvce
Neuralnox said:
SO in theory you guys are saying, that the Chinese eSim version would work if properly set up?
Any chance we could modify the ROM on the International Version (or even chinese). My main concern with the china version is the lack of bluetooth tbh - as without an esim it'd be impossible to connect to a phone. While Local providers here do allow the configuration of an eSim, im concerned it wont work - let alone the fact that we do not know whether the China version allows for app installs.
So in essence we're here, someone correct me if im wrong:
1. Chinese version of the watch MAY allow installing apps.
2. International version of the watch MAY allow for the Chinese ROM to be installed .
Any ideas if the above would work?
Any ideas on modding the International ROM?
Additionally I made a reddit thread on it, that's going nowhere aswell.
https://www.reddit.com/r/androidroot/comments/myfvce
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Hi everyone,
My message is just to support you in what you are trying to achieve. The OS I confirm is horrible, and the worst part is that its biggest strength (its huge display) it is nowhere used to its full extent, starting from the watchfaces.
It is such a pity that such a marvel in terms of HW is ruined by such a poor SW.
I personally got the Nubia Watch and I was wondering in terms of OS/ROM how different it really is from the Nubia Alpha ?
I do only have limited skills in rooting devices, but I am willing to perform tests on my watch/es if it can help.
Let's push this!
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
Thanks,
dgnoise75 said:
Hi everyone,
My message is just to support you in what you are trying to achieve. The OS I confirm is horrible, and the worst part is that its biggest strength (its huge display) it is nowhere used to its full extent, starting from the watchfaces.
It is such a pity that such a marvel in terms of HW is ruined by such a poor SW.
I personally got the Nubia Watch and I was wondering in terms of OS/ROM how different it really is from the Nubia Alpha ?
Let's push this!
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
Thanks,
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Completely Agree. The software is so horrible, ive even thought of ways to make it work with some RaspberryPi or any device that provides better support - even though realistically it seems unlikely that it'd be possible knowing the way manufacturers design screen cables .
Im realistically open to anything to make it function properly and provide us with a window of opportunity to leverage the capacities of the device.
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
Neuralnox said:
Completely Agree. The software is so horrible, ive even thought of ways to make it work with some RaspberryPi or any device that provides better support - even though realistically it seems unlikely that it'd be possible knowing the way manufacturers design screen cables .
Im realistically open to anything to make it function properly and provide us with a window of opportunity to leverage the capacities of the device.
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
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Well, that is the part I have already been through. I know the details of the display HW and it uses a MIPI interface that could be theoretically interfaced to a Raspberry. However, the connector (which includes both signals for display and touch, see attached photo) requires an adapter (contacts are super tiny). That would need to be built on a custom PCB, requiring fairly high electronics skills. On top of that since the resolution (960x192) is not standard I'm sure several custom parameters would need to be set. Last but not least a driver would need to be found/written in order to be able to talk to the display controller (RM69330).
As an alternative, an evaluation board like the one from ST could be used, but the same issues would apply.
32F469IDISCOVERY - STMicroelectronics
32F469IDISCOVERY - Discovery kit with STM32F469NI MCU, STM32F469I-DISCO, STMicroelectronics
www.st.com
That's why the easiest option is still to use the Nubia HW...
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
dgnoise75 said:
Well, that is the part I have already been through. I know the details of the display HW and it uses a MIPI interface that could be theoretically interfaced to a Raspberry. However, the connector (which includes both signals for display and touch, see attached photo) requires an adapter (contacts are super tiny). That would need to be built on a custom PCB, requiring fairly high electronics skills. On top of that since the resolution (960x192) is not standard I'm sure several custom parameters would need to be set. Last but not least a driver would need to be found/written in order to be able to talk to the display controller (RM69330).
As an alternative, an evaluation board like the one from ST could be used, but the same issues would apply.
32F469IDISCOVERY - STMicroelectronics
32F469IDISCOVERY - Discovery kit with STM32F469NI MCU, STM32F469I-DISCO, STMicroelectronics
www.st.com
That's why the easiest option is still to use the Nubia HW...
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
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Great post.
Ill still investigate how can this be expedited as a process - while of course I focus on a way to leverage the current handset.
Even if we can interface it with a RaspberryPI, most raspberries tend to be pretty large for the power they provide - so I'm not to keen on doing that tbh.
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
Neuralnox said:
SO in theory you guys are saying, that the Chinese eSim version would work if properly set up?
Any chance we could modify the ROM on the International Version (or even chinese). My main concern with the china version is the lack of bluetooth tbh - as without an esim it'd be impossible to connect to a phone. While Local providers here do allow the configuration of an eSim, im concerned it wont work - let alone the fact that we do not know whether the China version allows for app installs.
So in essence we're here, someone correct me if im wrong:
1. Chinese version of the watch MAY allow installing apps.
2. International version of the watch MAY allow for the Chinese ROM to be installed .
Any ideas if the above would work?
Any ideas on modding the International ROM?
Additionally I made a reddit thread on it, that's going nowhere aswell.
https://www.reddit.com/r/androidroot/comments/myfvce
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Hi,
Thank you for the post.
My understand is that the Chinese Esim version does have the Bluetooth/Wifi. The Esim is just an additionnal feature. You can read the description of Esim here : https://www.fonearena.com/blog/276408/nubia-alpha-price-specifications.html
So to me your are right on both point,
1- The Chinese version allow installing apk. In a previous a post a link to a tool I found on a Chinese website.
2- International version of the watch MAY allow for the Chinese ROM to be installed. To me the difference between the Chinese and Bluetooth are only on a software level. The HW should be the same. ( this is only my thought)
I tried hard to find the original Esim Rom but wasn't able to find it.... But knowing that I'm not the only one working on it bring my hopes back
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
RomeusPrime said:
Hi,
Thank you for the post.
My understand is that the Chinese Esim version does have the Bluetooth/Wifi. The Esim is just an additionnal feature. You can read the description of Esim here : https://www.fonearena.com/blog/276408/nubia-alpha-price-specifications.html
So to me your are right on both point,
1- The Chinese version allow installing apk. In a previous a post a link to a tool I found on a Chinese website.
2- International version of the watch MAY allow for the Chinese ROM to be installed. To me the difference between the Chinese and Bluetooth are only on a software level. The HW should be the same. ( this is only my thought)
I tried hard to find the original Esim Rom but wasn't able to find it.... But knowing that I'm not the only one working on it bring my hopes back
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
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@RomeusPrime
I did see your post about the tool on the Chinese website. I was able to see the file list but I wasn't able to download them since apparently, it requires to have an account that can be created only with a Chinese phone number. Am I missing something?
Definitely bring your hopes (and contributions) back ;-)
Thanks!
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
RomeusPrime said:
Hi,
Thank you for the post.
My understand is that the Chinese Esim version does have the Bluetooth/Wifi. The Esim is just an additionnal feature. You can read the description of Esim here : https://www.fonearena.com/blog/276408/nubia-alpha-price-specifications.html
So to me your are right on both point,
1- The Chinese version allow installing apk. In a previous a post a link to a tool I found on a Chinese website.
2- International version of the watch MAY allow for the Chinese ROM to be installed. To me the difference between the Chinese and Bluetooth are only on a software level. The HW should be the same. ( this is only my thought)
I tried hard to find the original Esim Rom but wasn't able to find it.... But knowing that I'm not the only one working on it bring my hopes back
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
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Hey thanks for the heads up!
That's a big step in the right direction. It seems that Aliexpress. Has the chinese version available. Maybe it's worth a try to get it.
Would i be able to unlock the eSim?
Does it have english?
And if i do get it would I be able to pull an image of the ROM for you guys?
Is it the same thing with the Nubia watch (that one seems a bit prettier)?
I think we should keep this thread alive and slowly work on this until we have a solution.
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
Neuralnox said:
Hey thanks for the heads up!
That's a big step in the right direction. It seems that Aliexpress. Has the chinese version available. Maybe it's worth a try to get it.
Would i be able to unlock the eSim?
Does it have english?
And if i do get it would I be able to pull an image of the ROM for you guys?
Is it the same thing with the Nubia watch (that one seems a bit prettier)?
I think we should keep this thread alive and slowly work on this until we have a solution.
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
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From the information I have I can tell the following:
1) The Chinese version you are pointing out supports both Chinese and English languages.
2) The e-Sim it is stated works only in China. Not sure whether this is a software lock or else.
The supported frequencies are as follows:
2G: GSM:1800
3G: WCDMA:2100; CDMA:BC0
4G: LTE FDD：B1/B3; TDD-LTE：B38/B39/B40/B41
Ultimately however the goal is to unlock the OS, so even if eventually the e-SIM does not work it will be just like the global version, which I understand is the one we all currently have.
Nubia alpha vs Nubia Watch: they of course definitely share a lot of features, see the attached comparison.
The main difference being the camera on the Alpha. The internal PCB I would assume it is different since on the Watch it has been reduced greatly in size.
The major difference I see however is in the ROM/software. Just by comparing the available pre-installed apps and settings the 2 watches are quite different.
I currently own a Nubia Watch Global, but I would pull the trigger on the Alpha Chinese if that can help.
I would personally suggest creating a new thread in which we start collecting all useful information and keep updating the initial sticky post? This could attract more interest and stimulate people to contribute. Or we could ask the moderators to create the Nubia Alpha/Watch dedicated section. Agree?
Let's continue!
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dgnoise75 said:
From the information I have I can tell the following:
1) The Chinese version you are pointing out supports both Chinese and English languages.
2) The e-Sim it is stated works only in China. Not sure whether this is a software lock or else.
The supported frequencies are as follows:
2G: GSM:1800
3G: WCDMA:2100; CDMA:BC0
4G: LTE FDD：B1/B3; TDD-LTE：B38/B39/B40/B41
Ultimately however the goal is to unlock the OS, so even if eventually the e-SIM does not work it will be just like the global version, which I understand is the one we all currently have.
Nubia alpha vs Nubia Watch: they of course definitely share a lot of features, see the attached comparison.
The main difference being the camera on the Alpha. The internal PCB I would assume it is different since on the Watch it has been reduced greatly in size.
The major difference I see however is in the ROM/software. Just by comparing the available pre-installed apps and settings the 2 watches are quite different.
I currently own a Nubia Watch Global, but I would pull the trigger on the Alpha Chinese if that can help.
I would personally suggest creating a new thread in which we start collecting all useful information and keep updating the initial sticky post? This could attract more interest and stimulate people to contribute. Or we could ask the moderators to create the Nubia Alpha/Watch dedicated section. Agree?
Let's continue!
#FreeNubiaAlphaOS
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Completely agree.
Also sounds (id rather not experiment) like ill pull the trigger to the Nubia Alpha Chinese Version these days aswell so that we can work on something concrete. I dont care about the esim so im not really worried about that.
Also if mods could create a section for us to talk and share it'd increase the exposure we get and hopefully pull more people in - as well as itd make it much easier to followup on this task.
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RomeusPrime said:
There are actually 2 versions : the eSim Version and the bluetooth ( or global ) version. I think the eSim version is only available in China and it is the unlocked version where you can easily install app. For the Bluetooth version (ours) it looks like there is a lot of restriction. But Definitely we could have a great toy in our hands if it was unlocked....
I don't know if anyone speak Chinese but there is a lot of Chinese forum, maybe they also have hack but I could find anything good as I am using google translate. I remember finding a small exe file to push apk to the watch but couldn't make it work.
Here is a link
Link: https://pan.baidu.com/s/1CfuRFKSagi2NQjzZqIW8Lw
Extraction code: 6wy5
I don't know if anyone could make it work on bluetooth version
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I can not download has as upa for me?
I will make a video tutorial on my channel if any developer wants to make apk for nubia in his resolution to test the following channel https://youtube.com/channel/UClO2rkU5tqgHNgUhRshgFfA