Hello,
First off I apologize if this was posted somewhere, I searched but did not find. Anyway, I have an old Motorola Droid that I no longer use, I was wondering if there were a way to load a mod that would allow me to use my old phone strictly as a secondary display for my desktop. I know there are a few apps out that allow desktop extension like idisplay for instance, but I am just looking to turn my old droid into a usb monitor. Is there a bootloader that will do this, or can one be developed?
Not possible
I don't think there is something out there
It must be develovped
And why do you want to use a phone as a monitor?
Hi guys. I am using Smart IR Remote and can't get it (or any other app) to learn the color codes for an LED strip I bought from eBay. It's a generic strip that comes with a remote and a receiver. I was able to get the app to learn the "on" and "off" commands after a few tries, but the colors just won't program in. I believe that the problem is that the codes are too long for the receiver to read.
The developer of Smart IR Remote backs this up , "If the colors aren't working, that's probably because their IR codes are somehow incompatible with the phone's IR Blaster / Learner. That can either be caused by a frequency that can't be handled by the phone, or a command length that's too long for the phone's blaster. It's something we've seen happen with other LED strips as well." They let me know that they are currently looking into this.
I need to get the commands in Pronto HEX format to use with the app, but have no idea how to do this without using the IR receiver.
Is anyone able to make any suggestions about how to get the codes (without purchasing hardware) or another app that may work temporarily? I have also tried ONEtrtaV2 from XDA which wouldn't learn any of the commands.
I have used Smart IR Remote to record another remote that worked fine.
I am using a Google Edition HTC One running Android 4.3.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Smart IR Remote Link: For some reason the links are currently broken.
Hi mate, I'be just downloaded the same app on my htc one but don't know how to programme it even if just for on and off for my led stripe. Could you tell me how u did it please?
Did you figure it out?
benblb said:
Hi guys. I am using Smart IR Remote and can't get it (or any other app) to learn the color codes for an LED strip I bought from eBay. It's a generic strip that comes with a remote and a receiver. I was able to get the app to learn the "on" and "off" commands after a few tries, but the colors just won't program in. I believe that the problem is that the codes are too long for the receiver to read.
The developer of Smart IR Remote backs this up , "If the colors aren't working, that's probably because their IR codes are somehow incompatible with the phone's IR Blaster / Learner. That can either be caused by a frequency that can't be handled by the phone, or a command length that's too long for the phone's blaster. It's something we've seen happen with other LED strips as well." They let me know that they are currently looking into this.
I need to get the commands in Pronto HEX format to use with the app, but have no idea how to do this without using the IR receiver.
Is anyone able to make any suggestions about how to get the codes (without purchasing hardware) or another app that may work temporarily? I have also tried ONEtrtaV2 from XDA which wouldn't learn any of the commands.
I have used Smart IR Remote to record another remote that worked fine.
I am using a Google Edition HTC One running Android 4.3.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Smart IR Remote Link: For some reason the links are currently broken.
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Could you please let me know if you figured it out? I have the exact same problem. I fixed on/off and ONE of the color buttons, but I can't figure out the rest. I've emailed the supplier to get the hex codes, so we'll see. Please get back to me
Hi,
I recently purchased this android 10.25 octacore 4gb ram headunit replacement from ebay for a w176 A-Class 2013: [link removed] icebox auto 10.25 W176
And it didnt come with any instructions or model number. Its the version with an additional android video box aswell as 10.25 monitor screen. Fortunately I figured out how to install without instructions and managed to get everything working. I wanted to know if anyone knew how to do the following:
1. Identify the model.
2. Change the way the device launches into android (currently i have only figured out how to do this by holding down the nav button)
3. Command control the android unit via the stock controls
4. Compatible Rom etc that i could potentially use(possibly rooted?)
I can provide pictures etc. Thanks in advance!
Ps, i will offer an incentive via PayPal to anyone who can help as I'm eager to sort this correctly!
Regards
denaro94 said:
Hi,
I recently purchased this android 10.25 octacore 4gb ram headunit replacement from ebay for a w176 A-Class 2013: [link removed] icebox auto 10.25 W176
And it didnt come with any instructions or model number. Its the version with an additional android video box aswell as 10.25 monitor screen. Fortunately I figured out how to install without instructions and managed to get everything working. I wanted to know if anyone knew how to do the following:
1. Identify the model.
2. Change the way the device launches into android (currently i have only figured out how to do this by holding down the nav button)
3. Command control the android unit via the stock controls
4. Compatible Rom etc that i could potentially use(possibly rooted?)
I can provide pictures etc. Thanks in advance!
Ps, i will offer an incentive via PayPal to anyone who can help as I'm eager to sort this correctly!
Regards
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You can't change it. I have a glc, also want to change the launcher, but it doesn't allow me.
Changing the Rom will make you loose all the settings of Mercedes that go trough your screen.
I suppose you don't want that ?
my question is that How does google home communicates with devices? Please reply I'm a newbie and got stuck here. Your help will be highly appreciable and it will mean a lot to me.
Hello Manishthakur,
1) you should specify your Q more. Why do you ask?
2) to communicate with Chromecast in your TV it uses Wi-Fi network (802.11b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5Ghz))
3) to stream music to other (BT) speakers it uses Bluetooth 4.1
source
Hi chrnec,
My question was how does google home communicates with compatible devices? What is the process?
Can u give an example of that compatible device? I still cant get where you heading to.
Maybe you want to know if connection is direct (local) or if cloud and internet is used?
Yes my question is to know if connection is direct (local) or if cloud and internet is used?
And if a self made product is there how we can make that device communicate with google home? this is second and last question.
Unfortunately my knowledge is not sufficient for this. Mybe someone else will help us to understand this.
But read this:
At I/O, Google rolled out a developer kit similar to what C by GE uses so more companies can enable setup in the Google Home app. This Local Home kit could also make your smart home faster. Instead of communicating with the cloud of every third-party device, the kit allows your smart speaker to store cached versions of certain commands. They can then process the command locally and communicate with the device directly over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
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Everything You Need To Know About Google Home
Andrew Gebhart - https://www.cnet.com/how-to/everything-you-need-to-know-about-google-home/
Also you should lear smt about IFTT, if your DIY device will have web interface control page you can use IFTT to connect it with your Google Home device.
Hi, I bought a Lenovo Smart Clock with the google assistant,
Here are some details from the box:
Wifi Hemp Grey 1G+8G
Lenovo Smart Clock
Model: Lenovo CD-24501F
Lenovo CD-24501F 1G+8GGRW-CA
CPU MediaTek * MT81675
Display 3.97 inch 480*800 WVGA IPS
Memory LP DDR3 1GB
WLAN 802.11 A/B/G/N/AC+BT5.0
OS Android things w/ Google Assistant
Battery No Battery
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After setting it up and trying it for a few days I looked around online and I don't see much specifically about this device and if it can be modified or accessed in unconventional ways. can we root it? I would love to be able to cast to it youtube etc. HDMI out anyone? Has anyone else tinkered with it yet? The '1G+8G' marking on the box seems to suggest it has a 1GB of flash presuming to be for the android things OS and another 8GB of flash for apps or media or caches?
Here is details from the Google Home App:
System Firmware Version: OIMF.191015.004
Cast Firmware Verstion: 1.42.180336
Google Assistant Smart Clock application version: 6.27.8+prod.1.1.0.5961405
Language: English (Canada)
Country Code: CA
IP Address: 192.168.1.100
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Info from the foot on the bottom (SN obfuscated):
Lenovo Smart Clock Model: Lenovo CD-24501F
Manufactured for Lenovo PC HK Limited Factory ID: LCHZ
FCC ID: O57CD24501F IC: 10407A-CD24501F Made in China
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) S/N: ########-## Mfg: 2019-10-30
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Here is NMAP of its ip address:
8008/tcp open http
8009/tcp open ajp13
8443/tcp open https-alt
9000/tcp open cslistener
10001/tcp open scp-config
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The price was pretty low, $50CAD at best buy, I cant wait to see what people can do to hack it. Other smart displays seem to have USB/ADB/Fastboot connections, I havnt found one on this device yet.
I too would like to see some custom stuff on this cool little clock.
Yessss! It would be nice!
Open smartclock
Hi,
Does anyone know how to open this smartclock thanks.
Regards
Bob
We haven't hacked any google assistant devices yet that I know off, in fact, I dont think we even hacked android things yet. I am sure there is somebody that is trying to hack android things. Btw, youtube can be watched on the clock, by going to something like the weather page > taping weather.com > going to the menu > download app, clicking on the download on the app store logo, going to the menu, support, go to apple support youtube channel, taping the YouTube icon. It's only in 480p, I tried it, I would rather watch on my phone or tablet, also the video will stop and the clock will go back to home if you wait to long without touching the screen or wake up the google assistant. Other than that. Playback is smooth.
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snipes420 said:
Hi, I bought a Lenovo Smart Clock with the google assistant,
Here are some details from the box:
After setting it up and trying it for a few days I looked around online and I don't see much specifically about this device and if it can be modified or accessed in unconventional ways. can we root it? I would love to be able to cast to it youtube etc. HDMI out anyone? Has anyone else tinkered with it yet? The '1G+8G' marking on the box seems to suggest it has a 1GB of flash presuming to be for the android things OS and another 8GB of flash for apps or media or caches?
Here is details from the Google Home App:
Info from the foot on the bottom (SN obfuscated):
Here is NMAP of its ip address:
The price was pretty low, $50CAD at best buy, I cant wait to see what people can do to hack it. Other smart displays seem to have USB/ADB/Fastboot connections, I havnt found one on this device yet.
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I plugged in an android device to the clock, and it came up with some message, I dont remember what itsaid, it was either for adb debugging or transferring files over usb. I think it was transfering files over usb. The usb port does allow data transfer. Plugging in a USB mouse will make a mouse show up and can move for example.
It probably isn't much but you can go to ip.of.smart.clock:8008/setup/eureka_info in a web browser to view the basic info of the device
Home Assistant
It could be great to have some custom home assistant displayed on smart clock screen instead of clock
Apparently it's possible to plug in a keyboard and/or mouse to it via the USB port on the back (a cursor will appear).
Just got one of these myself today. Best Buy had em for 40 bucks. Quite the awesome little thing. I'm really surprised I can't find much for it.
I'll see if maybe I can buy a second one to purposely "break" (just in case), and see if I can get anything working on it. The little screen is good quality and has great sound. Would be cool for a mini emulation station of some kind
Update: Realized mine doesn't have the usb-c port under the rubber feet like other's have stated here its supposed to. Really don't wanna tear into the carpeting around it. I have the exact same model as first post
Plugging in a usb keyboard works for typing
update 2: navigated my way to youtube and tried downloading an apk from a direct link, downloads don't work period
update 3: can not get device recognized by a pc via plugging in USB port on the back to a USB-C port on my laptop, also tried USB-A to USB-A, no results
Update 4 lol: Unlocked the bootloader, had to have device manager search online for the driver, but it found it and installed it just fine. to unlock the bootloader, simply type
Code:
fastboot flashing unlock
KaptinBoxxi said:
Update 4 lol: Unlocked the bootloader, had to have device manager search online for the driver, but it found it and installed it just fine. to unlock the bootloader, simply type
Code:
fastboot flashing unlock
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Hello KaptinBoxxi,
How did you manage to unlock the bootloader, did you use ADB on computer via USB? or directly via a pluged in keyboard?
I'm a bit new to all of those types of hack but I'm very interested in getting into that since this device is small, cheap, good quality and could be a perfect smart display if there was any abilities to extend the frontend to better use cases.
Thanks
gussir said:
Hello KaptinBoxxi,
How did you manage to unlock the bootloader, did you use ADB on computer via USB? or directly via a pluged in keyboard?
I'm a bit new to all of those types of hack but I'm very interested in getting into that since this device is small, cheap, good quality and could be a perfect smart display if there was any abilities to extend the frontend to better use cases.
Thanks
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Fastboot via computer. Although, if this is the first device you're picking up, I'd recommend it not be. No one's really done much with cracking/hacking Android Things (the version of Android that runs on this) as it isn't a full version of android. Its heavily stripped down. Grab an old phone that has a ton of support for modding/hacking but isn't exactly the easiest and do that. I'd recommend a Sprint variant of the HTC One M7 if you want a real challenge. I had to find my own custom method to S-OFF the device, unlock the bootloader, then ROM it and root it as no tutorials worked that were currently up and I wasn't willing to pay to unlock it. If that sounds a little too high end for now, get something like an unlock Galaxy S4 or Verizon Galaxy S5 and hope its a Toshiba model so you can unlock the bootloader
KaptinBoxxi said:
Fastboot via computer. Although, if this is the first device you're picking up, I'd recommend it not be. No one's really done much with cracking/hacking Android Things (the version of Android that runs on this) as it isn't a full version of android. Its heavily stripped down. Grab an old phone that has a ton of support for modding/hacking but isn't exactly the easiest and do that. I'd recommend a Sprint variant of the HTC One M7 if you want a real challenge. I had to find my own custom method to S-OFF the device, unlock the bootloader, then ROM it and root it as no tutorials worked that were currently up and I wasn't willing to pay to unlock it. If that sounds a little too high end for now, get something like an unlock Galaxy S4 or Verizon Galaxy S5 and hope its a Toshiba model so you can unlock the bootloader
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Thanks a lot for your feedback, I'll start on with something easier and will definitively follow along with this thread to see how the hacking of this device is evolving. have a good day
KaptinBoxxi said:
Just got one of these myself today. Best Buy had em for 40 bucks. Quite the awesome little thing. I'm really surprised I can't find much for it.
I'll see if maybe I can buy a second one to purposely "break" (just in case), and see if I can get anything working on it. The little screen is good quality and has great sound. Would be cool for a mini emulation station of some kind
Update: Realized mine doesn't have the usb-c port under the rubber feet like other's have stated here its supposed to. Really don't wanna tear into the carpeting around it. I have the exact same model as first post
Plugging in a usb keyboard works for typing
update 2: navigated my way to youtube and tried downloading an apk from a direct link, downloads don't work period
update 3: can not get device recognized by a pc via plugging in USB port on the back to a USB-C port on my laptop, also tried USB-A to USB-A, no results
Update 4 lol: Unlocked the bootloader, had to have device manager search online for the driver, but it found it and installed it just fine. to unlock the bootloader, simply type
Code:
fastboot flashing unlock
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Were you able to use adb?
I found a deal on this device and am debating if I should buy it. The thing is, I wanna run Spotify on it without voice commands. ;D
-gloim- said:
Were you able to use adb?
I found a deal on this device and am debating if I should buy it. The thing is, I wanna run Spotify on it without voice commands. ;D
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You can use a Python Library called Pychromecast to remotely play media on it.
TheRookie_ said:
You can use a Python Library called Pychromecast to remotely play media on it.
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Thank you for the recommendation. I actually meant that I want to control the music from the screen, though. : )
Installing Spotify should probably be possible if adb is working. But, I would still need to figure out some way to launch Spotify without opening the app over adb every time.
I have posted development related resources over in this thread
https://forum.xda-developers.com/co...me/lenovo-smart-clock-bootloader-avb-t4130295
Can anyone tell me how install hindi support for the Google assistant?