Jan 8, 2019 10:07:56 GMT 1joseph1234 said: And I have No.1 D5+ watch with tiny battery and it's still brighter (after two years of use) than Lemfo X. I think Lemfo backlight LED diodes still have a way to go. But to check it I will have to root it.
Just like I thought LEM X has huge max brightness but it’s blocked (why???) by developers of the firmware. I tried to decompile and compile framework-res.apk system file but I found simpler way of maxing brightness of rooted watch. Normally I love dimmed screens but sometimes it’s a must to have it blasted all the way up.
I’m using shell scrip which is executed by Macrodroid every time watch screen goes on. I switch between max brightness and normal by means of shortcuts accessed with one touch by Swipe from any screen of the watch (free app I recommend for the Android watches).
Default max brightness comes with 100 value (not percent!). I use 200. I didn’t try but I believe the highest possible is 255. Here is a screenshot of Macrodoid macro with script:
Edit: The same can be achieved permanently by means of editing value in the string: “200” in decompiled framework-res.apk. Path: framework-res\res\values\integers.xml The effect is that display slider gives much brighter screen when maxed.
Jan 11, 2019 7:27:41 GMT 1pablo11 said: And the impact on battery life is.....?
I will be interested to know because we cut the brightness due to the massive power drain.
I’ve made a test. At 200 value it took battery to drop about 7% in 10 minutes of screen on. I don’t think I will need more in one day. I’m no teenager who gonna seat in the park and watch Instagram.
This watch has great battery life comparing to D5+. I don’t think it’s only the battery itself. It must be also a chip and version of Android that do the job. Thank for your help in rooting. I really appreciate.
For those who want to root it, this is the thread I followed:
Jan 11, 2019 7:27:41 GMT 1pablo11 said: And the impact on battery life is.....?
I will be interested to know because we cut the brightness due to the massive power drain.
I’ve made a test. At 200 value it took battery to drop about 7% in 10 minutes of screen on. I don’t think I will need more in one day. I’m no teenager who gonna seat in the park and watch Instagram.
This watch has great battery life comparing to D5+. I don’t think it’s only the battery itself. It must be also a chip and version of Android that do the job. Thank for your help in rooting. I really appreciate.
For those who want to root it, this is the thread I followed:
I’m from Poland. Well, I don’t have very typical usage pattern. I didn’t even test 4G. My watch connected to it out of the box alright but I switched to 2G.
Areas that are of interest to me are GPS functionality, battery life, reliability, basic sim card capabilities. I traveled a lot with D5+ like hiking, kayaking, cycling. I used to have other backup phone (tuned off) - watch functionalities always won. When kayaking you can answer a call or take a look at the map immediately. The same on bike.
As far as I know no major manufacturer comes with product that has capabilities of Full Android watch. Android Wear doesn’t support Osmand which I use for mapping, trip recording and navigation. Also the level of customization (like Macrodroid app) available on rooted Android watch is unbeatable.
Of course I have issues with build quality of these watches. I understand what limited resources companies like Lemfo have. But things do get better. I couldn’t resist to test my new Lem X soon after I got it. I submerged it into the water for a second. It survived!
A REAL premium product needs to be made but funding it is extremely difficult and we have tried several times already…
But I will not give up
Good to hear you don’t give up.This is a great puzzle for me. People fall for big brands though they don’t provide much in this area. If Garmin watch had sim card the price would be $1500 and people would buy it. You sell product that has more functionalities than best Garmin for 1/10 of the price. And you still have troubles.
This is the power of the brand and marketing. If you survive with your label, provide support for your products, maybe you also become recognizable. And then will come quality (and (price).
Jan 8, 2019 10:07:56 GMT 1joseph1234 said: And I have No.1 D5+ watch with tiny battery and it's still brighter (after two years of use) than Lemfo X. I think Lemfo backlight LED diodes still have a way to go. But to check it I will have to root it.
Just like I thought LEM X has huge max brightness but it’s blocked (why???) by developers of the firmware. I tried to decompile and compile framework-res.apk system file but I found simpler way of maxing brightness of rooted watch. Normally I love dimmed screens but sometimes it’s a must to have it blasted all the way up.
I’m using shell scrip which is executed by Macrodroid every time watch screen goes on. I switch between max brightness and normal by means of shortcuts accessed with one touch by Swipe from any screen of the watch (free app I recommend for the Android watches).
Default max brightness comes with 100 value (not percent!). I use 200. I didn’t try but I believe the highest possible is 255. Here is a screenshot of Macrodoid macro with script:
Edit: The same can be achieved permanently by means of editing value in the string: “200” in decompiled framework-res.apk. Path: framework-res\res\values\integers.xml The effect is that display slider gives much brighter screen when maxed.
I’m from Poland. Well, I don’t have very typical usage pattern. I didn’t even test 4G. My watch connected to it out of the box alright but I switched to 2G.
Areas that are of interest to me are GPS functionality, battery life, reliability, basic sim card capabilities. I traveled a lot with D5+ like hiking, kayaking, cycling. I used to have other backup phone (tuned off) - watch functionalities always won. When kayaking you can answer a call or take a look at the map immediately. The same on bike.
As far as I know no major manufacturer comes with product that has capabilities of Full Android watch. Android Wear doesn’t support Osmand which I use for mapping, trip recording and navigation. Also the level of customization (like Macrodroid app) available on rooted Android watch is unbeatable.
Of course I have issues with build quality of these watches. I understand what limited resources companies like Lemfo have. But things do get better. I couldn’t resist to test my new Lem X soon after I got it. I submerged it into the water for a second. It survived!
I do not think it would have made the watch cost more if the body was made out of aluminum, or some sort of metal. To me, changing the body material and raising the bezel so it it higher than the display would help the build quality. There are other smartwatches , like the Thor 4 Pro that are apparently metal and cost less. That watch also is made with better glass from what I have read, but apparently nobody knows what type of glass is used on the Lemx. I cannot find that into anywhere.
The main reason for the “quality control” and choice of materials is because these devices are made in huge quantities and the key word is price.
If its going to cost too much - it will not happen…
It’s a real challenge and is one of the main reasons for my visit to Shenzhen again next week.
A REAL premium product needs to be made but funding it is extremely difficult and we have tried several times already…
But I will not give up
tell to them to do a crowdfunding at least 1000 unit, Pablo11 ,do you realized ,that peoples are looking for bigger screen size like the LemX and others things like; waterproof and Bluetooth calling and SMS replay, beside the changeable strap, classic,sporty rugged design with front camera ,materials; carbon fiber and stainless steal. i forgot 4 generation gorilla glass and LPTS display,like the Thor 4 pro,because this screen is a little out up of the bezel and lights everything nice.
So we need like you just said, a real premium Android smartwatch
Just like I thought LEM X has huge max brightness but it’s blocked (why???) by developers of the firmware. I tried to decompile and compile framework-res.apk system file but I found simpler way of maxing brightness of rooted watch. Normally I love dimmed screens but sometimes it’s a must to have it blasted all the way up.
I’m using shell scrip which is executed by Macrodroid every time watch screen goes on. I switch between max brightness and normal by means of shortcuts accessed with one touch by Swipe from any screen of the watch (free app I recommend for the Android watches).
Default max brightness comes with 100 value (not percent!). I use 200. I didn’t try but I believe the highest possible is 255. Here is a screenshot of Macrodoid macro with script:
Edit: The same can be achieved permanently by means of editing value in the string: “200” in decompiled framework-res.apk. Path: framework-res\res\values\integers.xml The effect is that display slider gives much brighter screen when maxed.
Where can I get this app?
Thank you for the reply earlier. I would love to get this done, but would have no idea how to decompile an .apk file. I will look into Macrodroid tomorrow, but what I am looking to do, you described in that last sentence!
Hi just recently got my lemfo lemx where I got it they said it was unlocked and I am currently a Verizon customer when I put my Sim card in the data works but I cannot get text messaging Or voice calling to work any ideas
Jan 13, 2019 6:03:53 GMT 1rudness said: Hi just recently got my lemfo lemx where I got it they said it was unlocked and I am currently a Verizon customer when I put my Sim card in the data works but I cannot get text messaging Or voice calling to work any ideas
Can you check the IMEI number is there?
Should be in watch settings, about watch, status....
