Google Play Games can be downloaded now on Android

Google recently launched a special application for gamers: Google Play Games. It is a sort of gaming hub, which you can access by downloading the application from here or download the .apk file from here or from here.

Google Play Games allows you to discover new games, sites to watch achievement unlocked your scores and play new titles with friends around the world. You can compare your scores with other players and join multiplayer sessions. Play Games has a solid list of recommendations games.

You've probably already noticed that some new games downloaded from the Play Store will require authentication with a Google account and indicate your friends and contacts on Google+. Google Play Games  requires Android 2.2 and up.

Vplay, the best Android application for streaming online HD TV Series

Watch your favorite TV series directly on your tablet Pipo S1. You need to create a free account on http://vplay.ro to use mobile application. Categories of TV Series and seasons are listed in the left side menu. To access the on-screen slide from left to right or click on the application icon in the upper left. To use subtitles is recommended to use MX Player application, or any other player that can open subtitles of storage space. To open subtitles MX Player should automatically set to the same folder in which subtitles Subtitles. 

See the video to see the exact steps to open subtitles automatically.
1. Vplay Settings -> tick and Open subtitles Download subtitles automatically, and set a folder where to be downloaded subtitles
2. MX Player Settings -> Subtitle -> to be checked Enable subtitles and subtitle folder be set to the same folder as the Vplay

Download vplay.apk from here, here or here. 

Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 v1.1 firmware installed on Pipo S1 tablet

Here is the easiest to do this firmware update:
1. Download Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2 v1.1 firmware image from: link1 or link2.
2. Put your Pipo S1 in 'firmware update mode'.
3. Run Rockchip Batch Tool v1.7, 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. The first boot is very long, wait about 5-7 minutes.

What we have at the moment:
- Firmware 4.2.2 from PIPO S1S
- Removed Chinese applications
- Added root
- Default language English
- Customise kernel
- G-sensor is operating
- Camera is working
- HDMI output is working
- Antutu produces about 11.647 points
- Wifi Display Miracast support

Credits for this firmware go to realmaple.



1. To install the CWM 6.0.2.7 please follow the update steps from this post. Then download CWM 6.0.3.1 from here or from here and copy it as it is on a micro SD card, install Quick Boot free from Play store, reboot into recovery, then choose 'install zip from sd card' and apply the new CWM zip file from your card. Enjoy CWM 6.0.3.1 on your tablet!

2. To install NAND fix. First download 1_RK30_JB_Format_NAND.zip from here, here or here. Copy it on micro SD card, install Quick Boot free from Play Store, run it and boot into recovery. Install zip from SD card and reboot. You're done!

Enjoy this firmware release, share is love!  

 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.

Rikomagic made a new official declaration

In his struggle with the Chinese market fakes devices, Rikomagic stepped forward and just made a new official declaration:

'To all our cutomers:
In order to provide better after-sales service, we hereby solemnly declare that all customers should buy Rikomagic or RKM products from online shops which has been authorized by Shenzhen Rikomagic Technology Co., Ltd on eBay, Aliexpress or Amazon.' 

via touchscreen-apps.blogspot.ro

5s Speedy Boot! Allwinner Releases New Android 4.2.2 Firmware for Quad-Core A31/A31s

Recently, Allwinner Technology released new Android 4.2.2 firmware for its quad-core A31/A31s platforms for user experience enhancement: efficient multi-tasking, fluid UI rotation and transition, 5s speedy boot, 2s speedy shutdown, 4600 scores for 3D Mark , 60fps for Epic Citadel, and 7mA power consumption in standby mode, etc. These features will soon be implemented by brands and ODM/OEM partners of Allwinner.

About Allwinner

Allwinner Technology is a leading fabless design company dedicated to smart application processor SoCs and smart analog ICs. Its product line includes multi-core application processors for smart devices and smart power management ICs used by brands worldwide. With its focus on cutting edge UHD video processing, high performance multi-core CPU/GPU integration, and ultra-low power consumption, Allwinner Technology is a mainstream solution provider for the global tablet, internet TV, smart home device, automotive in-dash device, smart power management, and mobile connected device markets. Allwinner Technology is headquartered in Zhuhai, China.

Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' 4.2.2 firmware installed on Pipo S1 tablet. Best firmware till now!

First you have to download the Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 7' 4.2.2 firmware from here or from here. Next download the Rockchip Batch Tool v1.7 from here.

Now put the Pipo S1 tablet into 'firmware update mode', run the Rockchip Batch Tool v1.7, select the update-733-2013-7-10-ËóŢ˙--źŢ--4.2.img file and press 'Restore' button. Wait for 4-5 minutes and that's it. First boot takes longer, about 5 minutes, so please be patient.


Build details:
- Android Jelly bean 4.2.2
- Kernel 3.0.36+
- WiFi, camera and G sensor work just fine;
- Languages: all 
- preinstalled gapps
- not rooted.  
- 11.582 points in Antutu Benchmark. 
- Build number: rk30sdk-eng 4.2.2 JDQ39 eng.root20130705.2123608 test-keys 

[Update1]
The easiest way to root this firmware version and to install CWM 6.0.31
Please watch the second video for details.

1. Install the driver for the tablet. In my case, I have Windows 8 x64 bit, I had to follow this video tutorial. Better download Rockusb drivers v.3.5 from this post.
2. From settings enable USB Debuggibg on your Pipo S1 tablet. Download and install Moborobo or PdaNet from here. Run one of these apps to make sure that your tablet diver is correctly installed.
3. Run UnlockRoot Pro v.3.36 and press 'Root' button. It will ask to root it againg and choose 'yes' option. Finally the tablet will reboot and you're done. Now you have root acces. Or simply root using this video tutorial.
4. To install the CWM 6.0.2.7 please follow the update steps from this post. Then download CWM 6.0.3.1 from here or from here and copy it as it is on a micro SD card, install Quick Boot free from Play store, reboot into recovery, then choose 'install zip from sd card' and apply the new CWM zip file from your card. Enjoy CWM 6.0.3.1 on your tablet!

[Update2]
Install HDMI fix from here.
Install Patch v1.0 from here.


BTW, don't forget to calibrate your battery using this tutorial.

Credits for this firmware go to Cristian Czinege

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.

   Root & CWM 6.0.3.1

 

Pipo S1s 800x480 Stock firmware 4.2.2 download

Pipo launched the Smart S1s tablet, which is an improved version of Smart S1 tablet. S1s has a better display - IPS panel with 1024*600 resolution (S1 has 800*480 resolution). Optional, S1s can be equipped with 2MP back camera. In rest, all the specifications are the same.

Now you can now download Pipo S1s 800x480 Stock firmware 4.2.2 download from here or from here.

Enjoy this new release!

credits go to Hikep

Download latest ZhuoDaShi version 2.4.2

ZhuoDaShi is a pretty good chinese rooting software for Android devices. It reaches now the 2.4.2 number version. The program is actually written in Chinese so it will look odd on your PC, however I’ll show you exactly what needs to be clicked and when.

Download ZhuoDaShi version 2.4.2 from here, here or here. Install ZhuoDaShi. Although the program is in Chinese it should be fairly obvious what you need to press to install it.

More details about ZhuoDaShi you'll find here. 

Download latest ZhuoDaShi version 2.4.1

ZhuoDaShi is a pretty good chinese rooting software for Android devices. The program is actually written in Chinese so it will look odd on your PC, however I’ll show you exactly what needs to be clicked and when.

1. Download ZhuoDaShi version 2.4.1 from here, here or here. Install ZhuoDaShi. Although the program is in Chinese it should be fairly obvious what you need to press to install it.
2. Enable 'USB Debugging' on your Android device, from settings. When the program is installed, open it and connect your device to your PC. If you wait a few seconds (give it a fair chance) you should now see your device in the program window. If you receive a popup, just hit “Yes”. If you are successful, you should see something like the above image. If you're not, try to download and install Moborobo, it will install the drivers for your Android device.
3. Underneath the image of your Touchpad on the left, you should see the word “ROOT” and a link to the side of it in brackets. Click this link, and in the next screen just hit the big blue button that says “ROOT” and wait for the process to complete. Your touchpad should unlock and a screen should appear and then close itself. Do not touch your touchpad. You should be able to see a small notification matching the ZhuoDaShi icon, which means the process is still running. When the icon has disappeared, just press the big blue button and then close ZhuoDaShi. On your device you should now have SuperSU installed. Open it up and if prompted update the binary. Then go to the settings and select the “Reinstall” option. SuperSU will then remove itself from your device. Now go to the Google Play Store and either install SuperSU again, or Superuser and your device will be fully rooted. Please note that you will have an application installed on your device by ZhuoDaShi. This can be safely removed after you have verified you have root access via SuperSU.

Google Play Edition Galaxy S3 boot animation mod

this is a port of my modded Google Play Edition boot animation with Samsung Galaxy Note 2 LTE N7105 logo for my friend, but with the Galaxy S3 logo this time









for screenshots, download or more info, pls refer to the Note2 link below
Google Play Edition Galaxy Note 2 boot animation mod



enjoy

Pipo Ultra-U8 tablet

Specification
Brand name: PIPO
Model: U8
CPU: Rockchip RK3188  Quad core 28nm A9 Super fast CPU
GPU: Quad core Mali 400
OS: Android 4.2
RAM: DDR3-2GB
Hard Drive capacity: 16GB
TF card slot: Support extend up to 32GB MAX
Display: 7.85 inch IPS 10-point capacitive touch screen,1024*768 pixels
Camera    Front 2.0MP and Back 5.0MP Dual cameras
WIFI: Support 802.11 b/g/n wireless network
Bluetooth: Support Bluetooth 4.0
OTG function: Supported
G-Sensor: Supported
Video player: Support 1080P, 1920x1080 pixel
3G: supported external 3G
GPS: no
Audio: 3.5mm earphone jack
Built-in microphone
High-quality stereo loud speaker
Media File format   
Audio: MP1, MP2, MP3, WMA, OGG, APE, FLAC, WAV, AC3, AAC, AMR, DTS, RA, M4A  etc.
Video: H.264, VC-1, MPEG-2, MPEG4, XviD/DivX, Real 8\9\10, AVI, RM, RMVB, PMP, FLV, MP4, M4V, VOB, WMV, 3GP, MKV etc.
Photo: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG.
Other Applications    File Manager, OfficeSuite, Google Search, Task Manager, Browser, Gallery, Android Webkit, Clock, Calculator, Calendar, iReader, Gmail etc.
Language    Support multi-languages
Battery: 4700mAh by 3.7V
Design: Quality Fashion Amazing Cool Design
Product Size    About 200*8.5*137mm
Color: White, Black.
Weight: 370g


Pack content
1 x PiPo U8 Tablet PC
1 x Chinese Manual
1 x OTG Cable
1 x Earphone
1 x Charger
1 x USB cable



Manufacturer website - www.pipo.cn

MK802IV passed CE, RoHS & FCC certification

 

The new product quad core android 4.2 Mini PC RKM MK802IV from Rikomagic Company passed CE, RoHS & FCC certification procedures. 

Detail certifications are below:

CE - CE mark or CE marking is a European conformity marking that indicates that the product it is affixed to complies with all relevant European requirement. 

RoHS - Restriction of Hazardous Substances. The electronic item was made without certain hazardous chemicals. This is primarily a European standard. Electronics sold in Europe have to be RoHS compliant. 

 

FCC - Federal Communications Commission. US marking that the electronic item is approved for use in the US. 

 

Google Play Edition Galaxy Note 2 boot animation mod

EDIT: now with S3 I9300 also

this is a modded Google Play Edition boot animation with Samsung Galaxy Note 2 LTE N7105 logo on my phone, and a N7100 is also available


enjoy










(this is a low resolution sample)




watch the full and much higher resolution demo movie on youtube





important
- this is NOT a cwm zip (unless stated), this is the boot animation file only named bootanimation.zip
- requires root and a rom with custom boot animation support
- just put it under /system/media/ or /data/local/




download links


standard version

Note 2 LTE N7105
link 1
link 2
link 3 (direct link)


Note 2 N7100
link 1
link 2
link 3 (direct link)



trimmed version (about 8 sec before looping)

Note 2 LTE N7105
link 1
mirror links will be added later


Note 2 N7100
link 1
link 2
link 3 (direct link)



S3 I9300
link 1
link 2
link 3 (direct link)


S3 I9300 - without the frame "powered by google android"
link 1

KS-333 Portable Mini Rechargeable Media Speaker Player

As I told you in the previous post, I am looking for a nice gift for my little daughter 3 years anniversary. I also may consider KS-333 Portable Mini Rechargeable Media Speaker Player a great choice, considering the big amount of specifications and a lot of possibilities for listening music that it offers. Although this is a nice piece of technology, it's not expansive as you might think, it only costs $10,12 at www.chinabuye.com.

Quick Overview
This device offers superb quality, performance and exceptional value. If you are looking for a reliable product at a great price, this item presents you a perfect option. Creative design, practical usage and competitive advantage make you deserve to own one.

Features 
* Color: Blue
* Aluminum alloy + Plastic
* Supports USB flash drive & TF card up to 16GB
* Supports MP3 format music
* FM range: 87.5~108.0MHz
* With 3.5mm audio input/output jack
* Uses 1 x 3.7V 850mAh lithium battery (included)

Package content
1* MP3 Player Speaker

You can buy KS-333 Portable Mini Rechargeable Media Speaker Player for only $10,12 at www.chinabuye.com.

Z-12 Portable Mini Rechargeable Media Speaker Player

I was lookin these days for a nice gift for my daughter 3 years anniversary, and I saw this amazing little gadget:  Z-12 Portable Mini Rechargeable Media Speaker Player. This is perfect for playing outside, because she likes very much to listen to the music and to dance with her little friends. You can buy it for only $9,76 with free shipping from www.chinabuye.com. 

Quick Overview 

This device is a fashion designed mini speaker. It is in mini and nice shape. It also has FM Radio function. With it, you can enjoy radio and music as well. It will bring much enjoyment for your life.

Features
* Mini size, do not take much space
* Light weight with a lanyard for convenient and easy carrying
* Compatible with MP3/MP4/Phone/PC and any other music player device
* A good partner for you to enjoy nice music
* With a TF card slot, supports TF card up to 16GB
* With FM function
* With standard USB and 3.5 mm port
* Volume can be adjusted
* Frequency response: 87-108MHz
* SNR: 45dB
* Power: 3W
* Battery: Built-in rechargeable lithium battery
* Size: 4.8 x 4.5 cm (D*L)
* Color: Red

Package content
1 x Mini speaker
1 x USB cable

As I told you above, you can buy this awesome gadget for only $9,76 with free shipping from www.chinabuye.com.

Pipo X1 Android TV Dongle

Specifications

- CPU:Rockchip 3066 cortex A9
- CPU speed: 1.6GHz
- RAM:1GB DDR3
- Operation System:Android  4.1
- Micro SD slot:x1
- USB port: micro USBx1(to PC& power) ,type A USB Hostx1(to device)
- HDMI output: direct HDMI
- Wifi: 802.11/b/g/n
- Bluetooth: yes
- Audio: MP3,WMA,WAV, APE,FLAC, AAC, OGG
- Video: AVI,WMV,MP4,MKV,RM, RMVB, FLV, MOV,3GP...up to 1080P, supports WebM VP8 decoding
- Photo: JPEG,BMP,GIF,PNG
- ebook: PDF,text,Epub...or more formats by 3rd software
- Adobe flash: Support 11.1
- AC adapter: 5V 1A (optional)
- Material: plastic 

The PiPO X1 is a mini Android TV box which looks like for a USB flash drive for convenient to carry in your pocket. It adopts Android 4.1OS, and is powered by Rockchip RK3066 Cortex-A9 dual-core 1.6GHz CPU, quad-core GPU, and 1GB DDR3 RAM to ensure its running more stably and smoothly. Besides, it has 8GB Nand flash memory to store lots of files (supporting micro SD card to expand memory up to 32GB).
 
Only to insert the item into the HDMI interface on your HDTV, and connect with power supply, your HDTV can directly become a smart Android PC. By connecting with WiFi or external Ethernet network, you can use the mini PC to surf the internet, communicate with your friends via SNS applications, and enjoy online movies, music and photos with your families and friends. Besides, you can connect it with a USB mouse/ keyboard or 2.4GHz wireless mouse/keyboard via the USB 2.0 port for convenient operation.
 
With high performance and compact size, it is really a fantastic smart Android mini PC for choice.

You can buy this device for only $59.99 with Worldwide free shipping from www.pipomall.com.

Manufacturer website - www.pipo.cn

PiPo Smart-S1 Pro

 

Highlights    

RK3188 quad-core 1.8GHz CPU
Android 4.2.2 operating system
7.0" 5-point IPS capacitive touch screen
Mail-400 quad-core GPU
Features Wi-Fi and external 3G
Supports 4k video, Picture in Picture (PIP) function, auto screenshot and auto focus
Supports G-sensoring and 3D games
1024x600 screen resolution
High mega pixel dual camera
Powered by 3200mAH battery
Supports OTG connection to keyboard, mouse, USB flash drive and removable hard disk

Specifications

Brand & Model: PiPo Smart-S1 PRO
Product Type: tablet PC
Screen Size: 7.0"
Operating System: Android 4.2.2
Processor Type/CPU Type: Cortex-A9
CPU Manufacturer: Rockchip
CPU Model: RK3188 quad-core
CPU Speed/Processor Clock Speed: 1.8GHz
RAM/ Technology: DDR3
RAM Memory: 1GB
Hard Drive Type: NAND Fast Flash
Hard Drive Capacity: 8GB
Extend Card: Supports an external TF card
Keyboard: Touch Screen
Touchpad Technology: 5-point IPS capacitive touchscreen
Max Resolution: 1024 x 600
HDMI: Can connect to HDTV
Camera: Front: 0.3 mega pixels, Rear: 2.0 mega pixel
G-Sensor: Support
USB Port: Micro
Audio Port: 3.5 mm
Video Port: Mini HDMI 19pin
HDMI Port: Mini HDMI 19pin
Card Slot: TF card slot
DC Input: Micro, supports USB charging
Wireless Connection: Wi-Fi
Wireless Protocol: 802.11 b, 802.11 g, 802.11 n
Battery Type: 3200 mAh
Battery / Run Time(up to) Audio: 30 hours, Video: 5 hours
Power Device Type: AC Adapter (American plug)
Voltage Required: 100-240V
Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.0 x 0.8 cm
Weight: 333 g

PiPo Smart-S1 Pro has been released a few days ago. It comes with a powerful RK3188 quad-core processor that ensures user will gets fast and smooth multimedia and entertainment tasks. Of course, like other PiPo’s tablet, the Smart-S1 PRO tablet will be preloaded with the latest Android Jelly Bean as the operating system, Android 4.2.2 that brings stable platform for web browsing, play Android games or streaming video from internet.

PiPo Smart-S1 PRO is a nice 7 inch Jelly Bean tablet that you can get for price starting around at $116 with Worldwide Free Shipping, this device is one of the best choice for parent who looking for a decent tablet for children or teens. The 7 inch capacitive touch screen display with IPS technology and support 5-point touch capability delivers wider viewing angle, crisp images and more vivid colors than other China’s 7 inch tablets. 

Manufacturer website - www.pipo.cn

PiPO Online Reseller

If you want to buy directly from China, please visit www.pipomall.com

This is Pipo official online reseller, can deliver to worldwide and offers one year warranty.