Rikomagic Wireless Mini Keyboard i8

Features

Suitable for Google TV, HD player, set top, Android TV box, iPhone and Web TV
Maximum operating distance: 15m
With USB interface adapter
Suitable for people to watch internet TV plays on via broadband/PC like NBC, ABC, fox and IPTV
Select viewing pleasures without walking to computer to change channels/scroll through options
Adjustable touchpad
Scroll wheel function
Comparable to real notebook touchpad
TPU keys are very comfortable for typing experience
With detachable and rechargeable lithium ion battery
Microsoft Windows multimedia controls
Wireless controls multimedia PC/smart mobile phone.

Suported Systems

Microsoft Windows CE, 2000, XP, Vista and 7 ;
Linux (Debian-3.1, Redhat-9.0, Ubuntu-8.10, Fedora-7.0 tested) ;
Mac operating system X ;
Symbian S60 ;
Google Android Operating system (2.2 or above);

Specification

Operating range: 15 meters(MAX), without signal disturbance and no direction limit.
Frequency range: 2.403GHz ~ 2.480GHz
Operational voltage: 3.3V
Charge Voltage: 4.4V ~ 5.25V
Modulation: GFSK
Channel: 78channels
TX Power: Less than +5dBm
Transmission rate: 1M bit/sec
Frequency tolerance: +/-30ppm
Power consumption: 55mA(on), 1mA(sleep)
Color: White + Black
Battery Type: Built-in lithium-ion battery
Item size: 15*10*2cm
Item weight: 107g
Package size: 17*14.5*3.5cm
Package weight: 175g  

Price: 28 USD with free shipping from here. 

Accesories

USB cable;
USB receiver
Lithium-ion battery (build in the keyboard already)
User manual  

Manufacturer website - www.rikomagic.com  

Fly mouse with learning function Rikomagic MK702

Fly mouse with learning function Rikomagic MK702, the best partner of Rikomagic MK802 series.

Overview

* The best workmate of PC/TV set-up box/ TV.
* Study function, can combi the TV remote control together.
* Design for fashionable people especially.
* The cursor moves by waving the remote control through the illusion of the plane.
* Convenient to use when you are lecturing or using the PC in the living room.
* More comfortable to use with its mini and slight ergonomic design.
* Adopt 2.4G wireless technology with its supper strong experiencing function, smooth operation, powerful study function, brings you more surprise.
* Combine with mouse and IR remote control.
* All keys are designed greatly for convenient and comfortable holding.
* Easy to operate for old people and children.  

Specification   

* 2.4GHz air mouse+universal IR remote control
* USB2.0 mini NANO receiver
* Study function, adjust easily, operate freely
* Compatible with Windows/Mac/Android/Linux
* Suitable for TV set-up box/PP TV/PC/Media Presentation/HD media player
* Operated freely and smoothly air mouse works precisely like mouse woks on the table
* Browsing website and playing games easily

* Price: 18 USD with free shipping from here.

Manufacturer website - www.rikomagic.com 

 

PineRiver H24 HDMI TV Box

Overview

Special heat-sinking design make it long-working both for high performance and art of style. With build in DMR protocal,you can push media from a DLNA enabled Phone/Pad, enjoy the content share and inter-acting between deviices. Using analog Joystick/sensor based fly mouse/Air-Control phone,you can experience easy access to popular games. Connecting with a popular USB camera/mic will enable Skype/MSN/Google talk applications.By supporting OTA update,download from our website the OTA_Inc package,easy update firmware from Update APK menu.

Specification  

Chipset: A10
Operating system: Android 2.3/4.0
DDR RAM: 512MB
Nand Flash: 4GB
Network device: Bult-in WIFI module
Storage device: Support External storage via USB host /Support External storage via TF card                                  
Internet application: support Flash 10, support internet video, music, internet chat, view pictures
Language: Multi-languages
USB Interface: USB 2.0 host*2, USB Storage device(0GB/4GB/8GB bytes)
Operating Temperatrue: 5℃-35℃

Video Decoding: Mpeg1/2/4,H.264,VC-1,Divx,Xvid,RM8/9/10,VP6
Video Formats: MKV,TS,TP,M2TS,RM/RMVB, BD-ISO, AVI,MPG,VOB, DAT,ASF,TRP, FLV etc full formats
Video Output: 1920*1080P,720P,576P,480P
Video Interfaces: HDMI1.4, AV
Ethernet: Bult-in WIFI N module
Storage: 2 USB-HOST ports,  TF
Picture Formats: JPG,BMP,GIF,TIFF,PNG.
Subtitile supported: SRT,SUB,IDX,SSA,SMI
Audio format: MP3,ACC,OGG,WMA,WAV,M4A,APE
Power Adapter: External adapter,5V1A, USB type
Dimensions: 60*60*13 mm (net), 110*130*60mm(package)

Weight: 0.05kg (net), 0.3kg (package)

PineRiver H24 User Manual

Manufacturer website - http://www.pineriver.cn 

pcDuino Mini PC with Adruino-compatible headers

Features

pcDuino  is a high performance, cost effective mini PC platform that runs PC like OS such as Ubuntu and Android ICS. It outputs its screen to HDMI enabled TV or monitor via the built in HDMI interface. It is specially targeted for the fast growing demands from the open source community, that is, a platform could runs full blown PC like OS with easy to use tool chain and compatible with the popular Arduino ecosystem such as Arduino Shields with a bridge shield and open source projects.

Specification   

A Mini PC with Arduino type Interface powered by ARM Pro Spec:

CPU: 1GHz ARM Cortex A8

GPU: OpenGL ES2.0, OpenVG 1.1 Mali 400 core

DRAM: 1GB

Onboard Storage: 2GB Flash, SD card slot for up to 32GB

Video Output: HDMI

OS: Linux + Android

Extension Interface: 2.54 mm Headers compatible with Arduino

Network interface: RJ45 and USB WiFi Dongle

 

Manufacturer website - http://www.pcduino.com 

 

PineRiver H26 Dual Core HDMI Dongle

Overview

Rotating HDMI interface, unique E-Control fuction, support Airpaly, Google TV Remote, HomeMediaCenter, Gestures Buider, Gmail, Google Chrome, Play store, Voice Search.

Specification   

Processor: Rockchip RK3066(1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A9 Dual core CPU+Mali-400 Four cores GPU)
Operating system: Android 4.1
Memory: 1GB DDR3 RAM, built-in 4GB (8GB/16GB optional) Nand Flash
Expansion slot: TF card
Dimensions: 120*35*13 mm
Weight: 0.025kg 

Power: DC 5V
Power  interface: Micro-USB for power supply
Network: Bult-in WiFi (802.11b/g/n)
USB interface: High speed USB 2.0, Host X 1  OTGx1, micro-USBx1
Video Out: HDMI 1.4
Language: Multi-language
Operating Temperature: 0-70 C degree
Video File Decoder: MPEG1/2/4,Xvid, Divx3/4/5/6, WMV, H.264/AVC, VC-1, Real Video 8/9, Sorenson Spark, H.263, VP8
File Container: DAT, MPG,VOB, TS, AVI, MKV, MP4, MOV, 3GP, RM, RMVB, FLV, WEBM
Output Resolution: 1080P
Audio  container support:     MP1/MP2/MP3/WMA/AAC
Photo Formats:     JPG,BMP,GIF,TIFF,PNG.
Subtitile support:     SRT/SUB/IDX/SSA/SMI
Whats in the box:     H26 unit, micro USB power cable
Gift box dimension:     130*55*40mm
Weight:     0.03kg
Other accessories (optional): Air mouse, Keyboard, Wireless mouse, HDMI Extend Cable,  USB RJ45 LAN Adapter 

Manufacturer website - http://www.pineriver.cn 

PC Computer Remote Control USB Media Center Controller

This is a pretty nice and a very cheap PC remote controller; it is not the best option to navigate or to input text, but it does a great job in basic PC operations, because of dedicated buttons. I preffer for that my Rikomagic MK702 Fly Air Mouse. I tested last night this PC remote controller on my Android device Rikomagic MK802II and it worked like a charm. So, at that price (5 USD, free shippment), this is a good choice.

PC remote controller 18m

This product is a computer remote controller with strong function. With it, listening music. watching movies, or browsing the web will become more convenience.
Support set hotkey: ABCD key: Set hotkey, each key can open 3 procedures from the difinition.
Receive interface: USB interface
No need driver
Wireless mouse functions
Character and english letters input
Available Distance: 18 meters
Power supply: 1* CR2025 battery
Support software: WMP, Realplayer, KMplayer, TTplay, WinDVD, PowerDVD
The infrared ray control from a distance
Application: Windows 2000, Windows CE, Windows XP, Windows MCE, Windows VISTA

Color: black
Dimension: 124*52*12mm
Net weight: 43g

Package include:
1* PC receiver
1* PC remote controller

Package Size: 188*135*23mm
Package Weight: 95g

Pipo Max M8 tablet

Specification 

● Display: 9.4", 1280*800 IPS (16:10) 
● Touch Panel: Capacitive 10 points touch 
● CPU: Rockchip 3066 Cortex A9,1.6GHz,Dual-core CPU+Quad-core GPU 
● RAM: 1GB DDR3 
● Operation System: Android 4.1 
● Camera: Front 2M, back 5M auto zoom, with flash light, can scan QR code 
● WiFi: 802.11/b/g/n 
● Internal 3G built-in: Optional (data only) 
● External 3G support: Yes 
● Bluetooth 2.1+EDR: Yes 
● Sensors: G-sensor, Gyro sensor, light sensor 
● E-compass 
● Speakers: dual front speakers 
● Others: Micro SD slot, mic, , mini HDMI output 
● Multimedia:Audio, Video(1080P), Photo,ebook,game, email, internet… 
● Battery capacity: 3250mAh by 7.4V (equal to 6500mAh by 3.7V) 
● Housing material: plastic+ metal back  
● Availability: 14 January 2013



User Manual

 


Firmware 

● You may download the firmware update_PIPO_M8_english_201301151613 from here.


Manufacturer website - www.pipo.com.cn

How to install the TNT R4 firmware release on Pipo S1 tablet

First of all you have to download the Pipo Smart S1 TNT Release 4 Firmware Image from here or from here. Then you must download the Rockchip Batch Tool v1.5 from here. In the next step you have to install The Rockusb Driver v2.0, according to this video tutorial. 

Now put the Pipo S1 tablet into 'firmware update mode' (pressing in the same time the Volume Down button + a thin pin into reset hole), run the Rockchip Batch Tool v1.5, select the pipo_s1_TNT_R4.img file and press 'Restore' button. Wait for 4-5 minutes and that's it.

Enjoy the new firmware from www.topnotchtablets.com!

Pipo Smart S1 TNT Release 4 changelog
- Rooted
- Based on newer stock rom (2012.12.27)
- App partition is Larger
- Build.prop mod based on SGS II SGH-i777 for improved market
- Added Permission Files for improved market
- Removed Chinese Apps
- Framework.jar mod for better gameloft compatibility (Asphalt 7 now works)
- Added, Asus Weather Widget, superSu, gallery with picasa support, ESfile Explorer, english dictionary fix
- Simplified and pretty boot animation
- Changed Annoying Keyboard Key-press sounds... now they are less annoying
- Default Background should be changed

 

Rikomagic MK802II short circuit recovery method

Whenever your Rikomagic MK802II has following issues, you might solve these issues by using this recovery/update method.

1. After boot, there is no signal; 

2. There is only boot screen; 

3. System running very slow or/and crashing; 

4. Can’t find the wireless network equipment or can’t connect to wireless network; 

5. When installing apps, player loss power unexpected and cant boot up.

Recovery / update steps:

1. Download from here the firmware .img file and the Livesuit recovery tool. 

2. Decompress the archive and the run the LiveSuit.exe file. 

When the first pop-up window appear, select the 'No' option and then go to the next step, and click “img” to choose tvd_minipc_4.0_0815_ddr408_otd_recovery_....img file for update or recovery.

3. Connet the MK802II to the computer. In this step you'll need  1 piece of thin metal stick. Then you have to remove the bottom cover of MK802II, as below, Take out the USB cable (Micro USB to USB A cable), connect with USB OTG of the unit, then according to below indication, put the thin metal stick between 6th and 7th pin of the flash.

Don’t release the stick yet, and at same time, connect the USB cable with computer, after 3-5s, loose the stick. There will pop out a window guide to install new HW driver, please install according to below step one by one: (this process should execute twice.)

Then select 'Next'. Download the USB driver from here. 

Unrar the file and then click 'Browse' button, find out from extracted folder, then click “next” to install.

When finished installation, the computer will pop out below window, then click “finish”.

This process should execute twice, after finished, below screen will appear (format confirm window): 

Now select “yes” (left button).

Select “yes” again, then recovery/update process will execute. 

This procedure will cost 3 minutes so please wait patiently and during recovery/upgrade do not remove the usb cable. When the prompt window appears, click “confirm” for confirmation, then pull out the USB cable and then the whole process will be finished. 

Notice: 

1. Same computer just need install driver for one time; 

2. First turn on the unit after recovery/update will cost more long time, and even occur some lag issue, it’s normal since internal apk file need be decompressed and occupy RAM, after 5 minutes, then system running well. So don’t worry about that.

P.S.: Use this tutorial at your own risk, I'm not responsible for any incorrect use of it or any damage caused to your device.

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New 7 Port USB 2.0 High Speed HUB

I bought this 7 Port USB 2.0 High Speed HUB from www.aliexpress.com and I just received it today. It is very nice, ergonomic, compact, and made with high quality material, just ready to be used. I can say that I like it very much.

Product Description

Features:
1. Plug and Play.
2. This 7 port USB hub is the ideal companion for laptop or desktop computer.
3. 7 Port LED USB 2.0 Hub w/ AC Adapter & USB Cable.
4. Ideal USB expansion for portable use on the road or at home.
5. Perfect for connecting USB 1.1 or 2.0 peripherals such as USB mice, USB Portable Hard.
6. Allows simultaneous operation of up to seven separate devices all attached to a single USB port.
7. Color: Black

Package Includes:
1 x 7 port USB Hub
1 x USB cable
1 x AC adapter (US plug or EU plug, please mention which kind of plug, we dont have AU/UK/etc plug)
1 x Vertical Stand for Hub

Compatible With: Compatible with all systems, except Apple notebooks.

Pipo Max M9

Overview  

Pipo M9 equips the newest quad core chip form Rockchip, the RK3188. This chip applies with the Cortex-A9 architecture, embedded with a quad core Mali400MP4 GPU. RK3188 will be the first 28nm HKMG processing made processor of China manufacturer. Thanks to the new 28nm processing, the power consumption will be much lower than present processors. The running frequency also been increased, the GPU frequency of Mali400MP4 will be enhanced to 533MHz, and the max. CPU frequency will reach to 1.8GHz, this is the highest frequency of ARM architecture device presently.

According to the news from Pipo, the Pipo M9′s Antutu benchmark score will burst to 18000+, this is remarkably will bring us a revolutionary experience we’ve ever had. 

Specification  

Quad core RK3188 at max. 1.8GHz.
IPS-II screen.
2GB DDR3 RAM
7800mAh large capacity battery
Slim frame design.
Built-in stereo ACC spearker.
Built-in Gyro-sensor and bluetooth.
Rear 5.0 MP camera with auto-focus.
10 points multi-touch, G+G technology capacitive screen.
Mali-400MP4 GPU @ 533MHz.
Metal back shell. 
Android Jelly Bean 4.2. 

Manufacturer website - www.pipo.com.cn

Smallart Uhost 2 Android Jelly Bean 4.1 firmware update U2.411.000.11.130204

The new U2.411.000.11.130204 firmware version for Smallart U2 is available for download. Download link here or from here.

Installation: download the new firmware, change the name of the update file into update.img and save it in SD card. Update last like 5 minutes, so be patient.

Enjoy! 

U2.411.000.11.130204 release notes

• Support audio input device switch, fixed cannot support camera with MIC on Uhost2 with air mouse, skype and QQ works better now.
• Modify DLNA name to product model
• Add virtual operator function to make Google play works better
• Fixed remote control apk g-sensor and air mouse g-sensor coexistence issue
• Add virtual operator function

 

Rikomagic A10 Media PC Android 4.0.4 firmware installed on Rikomagic MK802II Stick

In this episode I'll show you another firmware, this time we're talking about the Rikomagic A10 Media PC Android 4.0.4 firmware installed on Rikomagic MK802II Stick. The method is the same, burn the firmware with PhoenixCard Tool on your micro SD card, insert it in your MK802II stick, power on and wait 4-5 minute. In fact, you can learn from this video tutorial how to do it exactly.

You can download the Rikomagic A10 Media PC Android 4.0.4 firmware from here or from here. This firmware version has root acces, looks good and seems pretty fast. The WiFi connection is also stable, and it supports output to 1080 60 Hz. 

Always keep in mind that this is not a review, just a first sight of this firmware. You have to test it more for another details, to see if it satisfies your needs.
 

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