Sunday, 31 March 2013

Pipo S1 firmware mixed S3 v2.0b installed on Pipo S1 tablet


Here is the easiest to do this update: 
1. Download Pipo S1 firmware mixed S3 v2.0b from here or from here. Extract the firmware .img file to your desktop.
2. Put your Pipo S1 in 'firmware update mode'
3. Run Rockchip Batch Tool v1.6, select the proper image .img file from your desktop, and after your device is found by the program, press the 'Restore' button and wait for 2-3 minutes to finish.


Pipo S1 firmware mixed S3 v2.0b has the following features: 
- Integrated Root (run SuperSu to update files after installing ROM). 
- Default language English.
- A standard set of applications for english version plus added DocumentsToGo.
- The pixel density is reduced to 120dpi so everything is smaller.
- A bit faster performance.
- No bugs, used older firmware versions, the memory card does not fall off, the sound does not fall off.
- Important: To prevent WiFi from turning off in sleep mode, you need to stick "Always" in the WiFi settings.
- The system partition is increased to 2 GB.


 
Enjoy this new firmware release, share is love! 

 

Kasty Android 4.1 20130325 custom firmware installed on Pipo S1 tablet


Here is the easiest to do the update: 
1. Download Kasty Android 4.1 20130325 custom firmware from here or from here. Extract the firmware .img file to your desktop.
2. Put your Pipo S1 in 'firmware update mode'
3. Run Rockchip Batch Tool v1.6, select the proper image .img file from your desktop, and after your device is found by the program, press the 'Restore' button and wait for 2-3 minutes to finish.


Kasty Android 4.1 20130325 custom firmware has the following features: 
- root with latest SuperSU version 1.25 (free version) 
- removed most Chinese and unnecessary applications 
- increased space for application (/data partition) to 2 GB 
- Google Play Store fixes so more application are visible/compatible 
  
Enjoy this new firmware release, share is love!
 

Pipo Smart S1 firmwares gathered on one place!






Hello friends; in this short post I gathered all the links with the different versions of firmware tested by me for Pipo S1 tablet.


1. TNT Release 3 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
2. TNT Release 4 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
3. TNT Release 5 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
4. Pipo S1 chinese 20130320 firmware (JB 4.1.1 official firmware not rooted)
5. Pipo S1 english 20130325 firmware (JB 4.1.1 official firmware, not rooted)
6. NeoCR Version 1.0 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
7. Kasty Android 20130325 custom firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
8. Pipo S1 firmware mixed S3 v2.0b (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
9. Pipo S1 firmware mixed S3 v2.1 (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
10. RK30 Rom by Oma firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
11. Infected JB v4.0 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
12. Decontaminated v3.1 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
13. BlandROM JB V1.2 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
14. Genio mixed with S1 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, not rooted)
15. Windows 8 Metro / Modern UI Style firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
16. CyanogenMod CM10 v1.2 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
17. ExxpeROM v2.0 4GB firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
18. ExxpeROM2.2 Vincent firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
19. ExxpeROM2.3 Lunatic firmware  (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
20. ExxpeROM2.4 SuperPCB firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
21. ExxpeROM2.5 bq Maxwell Plus firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
22. ExxpeROM2.6 bq Edison firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted) 
23. ExxpeROM2.7 Bq Curie firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
24. Finless 1.8 by exxpe for Pipo S1 BETA firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
25. CyanogenMod 10 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
26. Cube Win8 firmware (JB 4.1.1 custom firmware, rooted)
27. Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 Test Build v3.1 firmware by Oma  (test build, rooted)
28. Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 firmware from Pipo S1s (JB 4.2.2 custom firmware, rooted)
29. Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' 4.2.2 firmware (JB 4.2.2 non-official firmware, not rooted)
30. Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 v1.1 firmware (JB 4.2.2 custom firmware, rooted)
31. Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' Android 4.2.2 by Kasty firmware (JB 4.2.2 custom firmware, rooted)
32. Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 v1.2 firmware (JB 4.2.2 custom firmware, rooted)
33. Crew RKTablets Genio CM10.1 v1.3 firmware (JB 4.2.2 custom firmware, rooted)
34.  Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' 4.2.2 firmware v.1.2 revision January 2014
(JB 4.2.2 non-official firmware, not rooted)
35.  Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' 4.2.2 rooted firmware v.1.2 revision January 2014 (JB 4.2.2 non-official firmware, rooted)
36.  Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' 4.2.2 firmware v.1.2b revision February 2014 (JB 4.2.2 non-official firmware, not rooted)
37. RileyROM 1.2.1 custom firmware (JB 4.2.2 custom firmware, rooted)

 

Optional: 
- The easiest way to put your Pipo Smart S1 tablet in 'firmware update mode'
- The easiest way to root Pipo Smart S1 tablet 
- The easiest way to install CWM on your Pipo Smart S1 tablet 
- Patch v1.0 for Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' 4.2.2
- Pipo S1 Battery Issue Fix
- ZTE MF110 3G Modem 7,2 Mbps connected on Pipo S1
- Download Rockchip Batch Tool v1.6 from here or from here
- Download Rockchip Batch Tool v1.7 from here
- Download Rockusb drivers v3.5 only (already included in Rockchip Batch Tool v1.6 from above)
- How to install the Rockusb Driver for Pipo Smart S1 on Windows 8 x64 bit OS
- How to properly install and play 'The Adventures of Tintin' on Pipo Smart S1
- Vplay, the best Android application for streaming online HD TV Series 


Notice:
- You can install some of these firmwares simplier: just rename or be sure that the firmware image file is update.img (all are small characters, please check you did not hide the extension name of the file on PC); put it on the micro SD card and when the sistem finds it press to accept the upgade.
- Possible match: Arc Mobile Tab 701D & Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7'   


Stay focused, more to come!  
What's your favourite firmware?
Please tell us why! 
Cheers! 


NeoCR Version 1.0 Android JB 4.1.1 firmware version installed on Pipo S1 tablet


Here is the easiest to do the update: 
1. Download NeoCR Version 1.0 Android firmware from here or from here. Extract the archive wit 7-Zip.
2. Put your Pipo S1 in 'firmware update mode'
3. Run RKAndroidTool, and after your device is found by the program press the 'Run' button and wait for 2-3 minutes to finish.
 
NeoCR Version 1.0 Android JB 4.1.1 firmware has the following features:

- Rooted
- Sound fixes, the most sound issues are gone the rest come from touchscreen
- Google Chrome in Desktop Mode
- Reboot App from freaktab.com 
- CPU Adjuster
- Multiling Keyboard

This firmware version runs fast & smooth, Antutu with 11.000 points.


Enjoy this new firmware, share is love!

Thursday, 28 March 2013

The easiest way to install CWM on your Pipo Smart S1 tablet


So, after installing and rooting your Pipo Smart S1 tablet, the next thing to do is to install CWM on your Pipo S1. 


Here is the easiest way to do that: 

1. Put your Pipo S1 in 'firmware update mode'
2. Download Pipo S1 CWM by Danyrolux.rar from here or from here, extract it and run RKAndroidTool.exe. Leave all the fields intact and press 'Flash Rom' button.
3. Wait  for the proccess to finish and reboot your tablet. You're done!
4. [Optional] If you want to upgrade from CWM-based  Recovery v6.0.2.7 to v6.0.2.8, then download this zip file, copy it on your micro SD card, reboot into recovery and install it. See the below video for details.

5. Update. Download and install like above CWM v.6.0.3.1 from here, here or here

Attention!
For 4.2.2 firmware version you have to:

- Double click on recovery address and change it from '0x00010000' to '0x00014000'. 
- Leave all the rest fields intact and press 'Flash Rom' button.  
- Wait  for the proccess to finish and reboot your tablet. You're done!


Enjoy, share is love!


The easiest way to root Pipo Smart S1 tablet


So, after installing an unrooted firmware version like 20130325 on your Pipo Smart S1 tablet, the next thing to do is to root your Pipo S1.

Here is the easiest way to do that:

1. Download and install Moborobo.
2. Run Moborobo, connect your tablet to PC via USB cable and wait for the application to see your Pipo S1 connected.
3. Download Pipo S1 Root by Danyrolux.rar from here or from here, extract an run Pipo S1 Root by Danyrolux batch file.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions; press any key when you are asked, the tablet will reboot 3 times and you're done!

Enjoy, share is love!

 

The easiest way to put your Pipo Smart S1 tablet in 'firmware update mode'


So, this is the easiest way to put your Pipo Smart S1 tablet in 'firmware update mode':

1. Make sure your tablet is turned off.
2. Connect USB to tablet, but not computer yet.
3. Hold volume - button down and connect USB to the computer.
4. The Rockchip tool should now see the tablet and give you the green light.

Enjoy, share is love!




via http://touchscreen-apps.blogspot.ro

Monday, 25 March 2013

Pipo S1 newest firmware update english version 20130325


You can download the newest firmware from Pipo from here or here. The installation process is the same with this one. This version do not has root access also, but it is very simple to gain root acces. 

Saturday, 23 March 2013

How to properly install and play 'The Adventures of Tintin' on Pipo Smart S1 tablet


What do you need?

1. Acquire 'The Adventures of Tintin' game from Play Store.
2. You must have a rooted firmware installed on your Pipo Smart S1 tablet, like TNT Release 5 Firmware or TNT Release 3 Firmware (like in my case).
3. Optional, you can install 'Build Prop Editor', free from Playstore, and change your model name to something with a better compatibility with Gameloft games (like SGH-i777, in my case)
4. Download and install Full!screen from Play Store.
5. Run the Full!screen then run the game.
Enjoy!

Credits go to Dan aka Fratello



via http://touchscreen-apps.blogspot.ro

Thursday, 21 March 2013

Pipo S1 firmware update chinese 20130320


You can download the newest firmware from Pipo from here or here. Too bad this version do not has root access. The default language is chinese, use this video tutorial to change the system language.

Monday, 18 March 2013

The best partner of Android Mini PC: All-in-one functional smart fly mouse Rikomagic MK702II




Rikomagic will release the plus version of the fly mouse MK702 at the end of March. The model name is MK702II. It is a Wireless Mini QWERTY Keyboard & Air Mouse & IR remote & Audio chat Combo, with USB interface receiver. And Built-in advanced lithium-ion battery, energy-efficient. 

You can use it for emails, chat, or to enjoy your favorite games. It is compatible with HTPC,TV BOX running Android systems. It also supports the Sony Playstation3. Use it with your HTPC on your Sofa or browse the internet in the most comfortable fashion. This is also a universal infrared remote controller with learning function. 

The remote control has a powerful ability to identify unknown format with a wide and reliable range of learning formats which means about 99.9% TV infrared remote control on the market can be learnt .After learning the signals can be transmitted with high precision with a wide learning range(20kHz~60kHz) and a small frequency error(±1kHz).




Features
- Perfect for PCs and notebooks, smart phones, and game consoles such as PS3 and Xbox
- Wireless Mini QWERTY Keyboard & Air Mouse & IR remote & Audio chat Combo, with USB interface receiver.
- Built-in advanced lithium-ion battery, energy-efficient
- 8-channel infrared remote control learning function
- Source code quickly learn other remote control via infrared remote control of the device
- Hotkeys of “channel+ - “or “Volume +-“can be used on any other multimedia plays after learning. 

- Wireless audio and online voice dialogue 

Applicable equipment list
•    HID compatible device
•    USB port
•    Windows 2000
•    Windows XP
•    Windows Vista ,Windows CE, Windows 7
•    Linux(Debian-3.1,Redhat-9.0 Ubuntu-8.10 Fedora-7.0 tested)
•    Android OS (With standard USB interface)
•    HD Player, TV set
•    Set-Top BOX , DVD/VCD/CD equipment.
•    Air Conditioning Remote Control.
 

Function parameters (wireless keyboard and air mouse)
•    Frequency range:2401-2480MHz
•    Operational Range:  up to 10 meters
•    Transmit power :     +4db Max.
•    Operation voltage:  3.3V
•    Operation current:  < 53mA
•    Charging current:  < 300mA
•    Sleep current:     < 50μA
 

 

Function parameters (IR remote)
•    Rated voltage:DC 3V
•    Voltage range:2.3V~3.6V
•    Operation current:<20mA
•    Sleep current:<2μA
•    Ambient temperature: 0℃~+70℃
•    Storage temperature: -65℃~+150℃
•    Operational Range:up to 8 meters
•    Low-voltage (2.5V) condition’s Infrared Emission Distance:>6M
 

Package contents
•    Multifunction Keyboard
•    USB Wireless Receiver
•    User Manual
•    USB charge cable
 

Appendix
•    Dimensions keyboard: 156*49.5*10mm
•    Dimensions of USB receiver: 19 x 14.3x6.15mm
•    Weight: 0.23kg






Manufacturer website - www.rikomagic.com

Rikomagic Announce: The Quad Core Mini PC is coming soon

 
The dual core Android 4.1 mini pc MK802IIIS achieved unprecedented success, but Rikomagic keeps on developing and following up the market, the quad core android Mini pc will be soon available around the Middle of April.

It comes with Rockchip 3188 chipset solution, 2G DDR3, 8G Flash and bluetooth build-in.

Here are some basic specifications:

* CPU: Rockchip RK3188 quad core Cortex A9
* GPU: Mali-400MP4
* System Memory – 2GB DDR3
* OS: Android 4.2 OS
* Storage – 8 GB internal flash + micro SD slot (up to 32GB)
* Connectivity – Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
* Bluetooth: Build-in
* Video Codecs – VP8, AVS, MJPEG, RV8/9/10, H.263, H.264, VC-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, DIVX
*V ideo Container Formats – AVI, RM, RMVB, PMP, FLV, MP4, M4V, VOB, WMV, 3GP, MKV, ASF, 3G2M4V.
* Audio Codecs/Formats – MP1/2/3, WMA, OGG, AAC, M4A, FLAC, APE, AMR, RA, WAV.
* USB – 1x USB Host 2.0, 1x micro USB for power, 1x USB OTG


 
 
As you may know, I already have two Rikomagic products: MK802II & MK802IIIS 8BT and I am very satisfied with it, so I am looking forward to test the new quad core mini PC from Rikomagic. The Rikomagic is a well-known company that offers full support for its devices and in time it managed to develop and grow a big and dedicated users and fans community.


Friday, 15 March 2013

Kimdecent Droid Stick T10


Overview  
The Newest arrival Android Mini PC powered with Cortex A9 Dual core CPU, The frequency up to 1.6GHz, and a Quad core GPU Mali400 ( Clocked at 400MHz). The Device also integrated with 1GB RAM and 8GB ROM. Make it the most powerful Android Mini PC in the market. For connectivity, the Droid Stick T10 build-in WiFi 802.11/b/g/n, and 1xUSB 2.0 Host,1X OTG port. 

About software performance, the Device pre-load Android 4.1, and pre-installed Google Play, the end user can access mass apps with Google Account. Since It powered with a Cortex A9 Dual Core 1.6GHz CPU and Quad core GPU, It can handle almost all formats videos and audios. It also support online videos such as Flash video, HTML5 etc. Make it perfect for video stream / entertainment.


Features 
· Operation System: Google Android 4.1 
· Wi-Fi Internet connection 
· HDMI Out 1080P 
· Adobe Flash 11.1 Support 
· Rockchip RK3066 1.6GHz Cortex A9 Dual Core+ Mali400 GPU Quad Core 
· Google Play, Thousands of apps available 
· Remote controller / Wireless Keyboard/mouse supported 
· YouTube, Hulu, Internet Radio, etc. Online video Playing 
· Facebook, Twitter, Picasa, Flicker, Google+ etc. Social Networking 
· Gmail, PDF Reader, e-Book Reader Office To Go 
· Supports multi language: Arabic, English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek, Dutch, Danish, Russian, Polish, Norwegian, Swedish, Czech, Turkish, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

What’s in the box  
1 x Android Mini PC
1 x AC Charger Adapter
1 x USB Cable
1 x HDMI Cable 0.5M
1 x OTG Adapter
1 x User Manual (English)



Specification
Model: Droid Stick T10
CPU: Rockchip Rk3066 up to 1.6GHz ( Clocked @1.3GHz) Cortex A9 Dual Core
GPU: Mali400 Quad Core, 2D/ 3D/ OpenGL ES2.0/ OpenVG1.1. 
Video Decoding: Support 1920x1080p@60fps
Video Encoding: Support encoding in H.264. 1080p@60fps, 720@100fps
Operation System: Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
RAM: 1GB DDR3
Nand Flash: 8GB
Storage External: Support TF Card up to 32GB
WiFi: WiFi 802.11b/g/n ( Dual Antenna)
HDMI Interface: Support 1920x1080P @60Hz Full HD Video output
Ports:     1xUSB 2.0, 1xMini USB (For charging), 1xOTG, 1xHDMI 1.4, 1xMicro SD card Slot
Charge interface: Mini USB
Power Device: AC Adapter Input 100/240V,5V,2A
Voice: MP3/WAV/AMR/AAC;
Video: 3GP,MPEG4,AVI,RMVB,MKV,FLV etc. support 1080P HD Resolution
eBook: TXT, PDF, MS Office Word, PPT, Excel. ( Some formats may require additional apps support.)
Picture: JPEG/BMP/GIF;
Language: Multi Language
Google Play Store: Build-in
Item size: 88x32x14mm
Color: Black
Net weight: 36g


Manufacturer website - www.kimdecent.com

Tuesday, 12 March 2013

Uhost2 newest firmware version 411.000.11.130311

The new 411.000.11.130311 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! 


U2.411.000.11.130311
release notes

- Fix some device display error issue
- Support take photo by USB camera
- Support airmouse menu key when using Dutch and French keyboard layout
- Optimization for SD card switch feature
- Optimization for network video play
- Fix do not support 10 Mbps Ethernet issue
- Support QQHD 3.0 version
- Add Google play app for Chinese release
- Update 3G USB dongle support module
- Fix some time cannot enter the system issue
- Music update to Google music
- Remember hidden status bar setting
- Fix a mute issue
- Update Google apps and services

Mele AHD-01 Android HDMI Dongle

Overview
Easily to install
With Google's Android OS
Built-in: Wi-Fi
Paired with air mouse
Internet services, YouTube XL, PodCast, news, weather, finance and more
Supports major video formats: MKV, AVI, M2TS, MPG and more
USB power supply

Specification
Hardware
Chipset: Allwiner A10 ARM Cortex 8
OS:Android 4.0
Memory: 512 Mb DDR3
Flash: 4 GB NAND Flash
Connection
Card Reader: Micro SD
USB: High Speed USB 2.0 Host, Mini USB device (power)
Multimedia: almost all video, audio, photo & subtitle file formats accepted
Accesories
USB cable, Remote Control, QIG & Air Mouse (optional) 
Function
Language: Multi-Language 
Support File System: FAT32/NTFS
TV Standard: NTSC/PAL
Local Network: Local Network streaming / network sharing / network media server (uPnP)
Video Conference: Support video conferencing like Skype
Apk file manager: Support local or internet APK download, installation and uninstallation   

 

    
Manufacturer website - http://en.mele.cn


Geniatech ATV100 TV Stick


Overview
Geniatech ATV100 TV Stick, also called HDMI stick or HDMI TV dongle to turn your normal TV to be a smart TV by HDMI connection,It's ideal for home users to experience a complete new way of family television entertainment. You can now surf the internet, send emails, use instant messaging, study, play games, watch HD media video, view picture, read e-books, listen to the music, design and show presentations and many more all on a single Android TV Stick.

The HDMI stick is using ARM Cortex A9 CPU, based on Android 4.0 operating system which supports Google Chrome browser, wireless network access and USB external hard disk. Almost everything one can do on a normal computer host is now possible only the most important fact is that you do not need a laptop or tablet PC.


Features
- HDMI video output, connect HDTV with HDMI stick for HD 1080P video playback
- ARM CORTEX A9,frequency is 800MHz,RAM is 1G,built in 2G-32G flash memory and powered by Android 4.0
- Support weather, calendar and desktop clock gargets
- Connect to the internet with Google Chrome browser to access any website for entertainment, information or education.
- Support flash player11, Watch online video from YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, or any local video sites and even video-on-demand services.
- Chat with Facebook or Twitter, Skype and Yahoo message etc
- Access to Android app-stores to download, install and run the huge number of Android applications is available.
- Stream HD video, music and display images from local memory or from any computer on the home LAN network (wireless DLNA)
- Build in WIFI, 2G-32G flash memory (optional) and supports 3D Graphic
- Direct power supply via Mini USB port, no need power adaptor
- Unique mini PC design, the size of the product is similar with USB flash disk.
The TV stick is being operated by an infrared remote control, you can use the receiver everywhere within the operating range.
- Support USB mouse and keyboard operation and simple IR remote control with mouse function.

  
Specification
    System
    Product: ATV100 Android TV Stick
    CPU: ARM Cortex A9
    Frequency: 800MHZ
    RAM: DDR3-1GB
    Storage: NAND 2GB-32G
    OS: Android 4.0
    Main Function
    UI: Android 4.0 system UI style
    Browser: Google Chrome
    Media Player: Local video playback: Mpeg1/2/4, H.264,VC-1,WMV,AVI,MKV,MOV
    Online Video: Access to internet, online video playing
    Music: Local music player: MP3,WAV,WMA
    Online music: Access to internet, online music playing
    Picture viewer: Support multi formats:BMP,JPG,TIF,PNG,GIF
    Software update: Support Micro SD card for software update
    External storage: Micro SD card, USB storage support
    Input/output
    HDMI: HDMI 1.4a
    USB 1: Type A, USB 2.0 Host
    USB 2:Micro USB, USB 2.0 OTG
    IR:3.5mm, 38KHz
    WiFi:MCX  802.11 a/b/g/n
    Micro SD:Tiny flash, up to 16GB
    Power: Via Micro USB, 5V 800ma Maxim
    Dimension
    Resolution: 1920*1080
    Product Size: 76mm(L)* 30mm(W)*11mm(T)
    Weight :82g
    Power:Mico USB Power Supply
    Remote Distance: 8 Meters Visual
    Reliability:
    Temperature: 0-40 centigrade
    Working Temp:40 centigrade after 8 hours working
    WiFi:802.11 b/g/n
    IR: Maxim 10 meters


    System Requirement
    TV with HDMI in
    For WiFi Router with preferrably N support at least G support


   
    Accessories
    ATV10O HDMI stick
    Manual
    WiFi Antenna
    IR Remote Control





Manufacturer website - www.geniatech.com