Bought yesterday an LG G Watch (on sale at € 108 shipped, on the Italian Play Store, can't really say no at that price).
I had previously had this same smartwatch for a week but returned it because Android Wear was still too "immature"... At the time it was at the 4.4W.1 release. Lots of improvements and bug fixes came with the 4.4W.2 and still lots more are coming with the "Lollipop" release just going out now and which solves more "practical" issues I had with how Android Wear worked (e.g. you can now finally turn off the tilt motion to wake it up).
The problem I am now having is that the G Watch was updated to the 4.4W.1 version as soon as I paired it to my Note 3 and after a day and no matter what I tried, I am still on 4.4W.1!
Now, I can wait a week or 2 for the 5.0.1 version but I would like to get at least to the 4.4W.2 version in the meantime, since the 4.4W.1 has the problems (the bugs and the lack of features) which made me return the G Watch the first time...
After trying to restore the G watch and pair it again with the smartphone (a tedious process since you have to re-set everything up...) I am still unable to update and I now also have problems with Google Keep on the watch (it says unable to connect) and with another app (an internet browser). Never mind for the browser, but Keep is one of the killer applications for a smartwatch, for me.
BTW, the Android Wear companion app is the 1.0.5 version (got updated yesterday few hours after downloading it and setting up the watch the first time, and before trying to reset everything up).
So, any ideas about what to try..?
TIA
I'm in the same situation.
I just received it today and it's on 4.4W.
It downloaded an update (don't know which one), but when it propose me to update I click on the checkmark and it remain on the question if I want to update and nothing is happening.
My actual Android Wear app is 1.0.4.1611133
Do I need to update to 1.0.5?
Will it try to upgrade from 4.4W directly to 5.0.1 (I don't think so...)
What can I do?
Thanks
Woody
PS: It started again to download and now let me click on the checkmark to update.
Now I'm on 4.4W1.
In Settings I click on Software update and started again to download something (it will take a lot of time looking to the graphics).
It will be 4.4W2 or 5.01 ???
woody4165 said:
I'm in the same situation.
I just received it today and it's on 4.4W.
It downloaded an update (don't know which one), but when it propose me to update I click on the checkmark and it remain on the question if I want to update and nothing is happening.
My actual Android Wear app is 1.0.4.1611133
Do I need to update to 1.0.5?
Will it try to upgrade from 4.4W directly to 5.0.1 (I don't think so...)
What can I do?
Thanks
Woody
PS: It started again to download and now let me click on the checkmark to update.
Now I'm on 4.4W1.
In Settings I click on Software update and started again to download something (it will take a lot of time looking to the graphics).
It will be 4.4W2 or 5.01 ???
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After the umpteenth reset (of both the G Watch and the Android Wear app) and re-pairing, I have finally managed to trigger an update.. Don't know which one yet since it's still donwloading.
Anyway, AFAIK to be able to get the 5.0.1 update you have to have the updated Android Wear app first but don't worry, it will update shortly via the Play Store as it did for me after a few hours. The problems were always about the G Watch only.
Ok thanks. What I am experiencing is frequently disconnection between Android Wear and the smartwatch. Even one every two minutes. What could be the reason?
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Ok thanks. What I am experiencing is frequently disconnection between Android Wear and the smartwatch. Even one every two minutes. What could be the reason?
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It could really be many things (also on the phone side)... Try resettting the whatch maybe.. Fow what it's worth, I was not experiencing it and bear also in mind that Wear updates have always improved upon the BT connection so updating may very well fix your issues.
ANYWAY, DOWNLOAD IS FINISHED AND IT'S 5.0.1, so problem solved for me!
I'm glad for you, so the update was from 4.4w1 to 5.0.1?
With Android wear already at 1.0.5 or previous version?
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I'm glad for you, so the update was from 4.4w1 to 5.0.1?
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Yes, direct update from 4.4W.1 to 5.0.1
With Android wear already at 1.0.5 or previous version?
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Like I said, the Android Wear app got the 1.0.5 update a few hours after installing it on my Note 3 and AFAIK you must have the 1.0.5 version to get the 5.0.1 update on the watch (you should still be able to receive the 4.4W.2 update though).
Haven't you finished downloading and installing the update you were getting? It should be the 4.4W.2 update.
It's really really slow, it's going on from at least 45mins now. So if I "force" 1.0.5 downloading it and stopping the actual download on the smartwatch (that probably is 4.4w2) I should get directly 5.0.1...
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It's really really slow, it's going on from at least 45mins now. So if I "force" 1.0.5 downloading it and stopping the actual download on the smartwatch (that probably is 4.4w2) I should get directly 5.0.1...
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Unless the download has stopped, I really wouldn't do that if I were you...
You are already experiencing problems with the watch (BT connection, download speed etc), problems which may make the next update troublesome and which would likely be fixed by the update you are already downloading..
Based on the time passed, it will take around four hours to download. Is it possible? I'm on an 8MB ADSL. Is it the BT so slow?
Done. I stopped the download, make a fabric reset, upgraded the Android wear to 1.0.5, restarted the download and after 3hrs it was updated to 5.0.1. Wonderful...
I have 1.0.5 of Android Wear, but I'm stuck on 4.4W.1 on the Sony Smartwatch 3 that I bought from Verizon this morning. Being new to Android Wear, it took me hours today to figure out why I couldn't do any of the cool things that the watch reviewers could do. I wasted so much time trying to get Google Play Music to work. Only to realize later that it's because I don't have that functionality yet. That functionality is why I bought the watch! It's what Sony and Google is selling!
If it doesn't come in a day or two, I'll have to return it. I don't trust Verizon to ever rollout an update. I know it should be a stock watch and have nothing to do with Verizon.... But I don't trust them to not have snuck in somehow and altered the watch so that they can control the updates.
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Done. I stopped the download, make a fabric reset, upgraded the Android wear to 1.0.5, restarted the download and after 3hrs it was updated to 5.0.1. Wonderful...
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I have 1.0.5 of Android Wear, but I'm stuck on 4.4W.1 on the Sony Smartwatch 3 that I bought from Verizon this morning. Being new to Android Wear, it took me hours today to figure out why I couldn't do any of the cool things that the watch reviewers could do. I wasted so much time trying to get Google Play Music to work. Only to realize later that it's because I don't have that functionality yet. That functionality is why I bought the watch! It's what Sony and Google is selling!
If it doesn't come in a day or two, I'll have to return it. I don't trust Verizon to ever rollout an update. I know it should be a stock watch and have nothing to do with Verizon.... But I don't trust them to not have snuck in somehow and altered the watch so that they can control the updates.
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Has nothing to do with Verizon... Android wear is purely controlled by Google/android...It is NOT a phone or tablet therefore a carrier cannot affect updates just be patient it's coming bro
Yes, I incorrectly disparaged Verizon, so I have to circle back and make the correction. It's a stock device and they have not customized the software like I had assumed. They tried to be helpful before passing me off to Sony this morning. On Sony's end, I had to download a Windows (also available for Mac) app called Sony PC Companion, and it forced an updated for my watch. So I'm up to 4.4W.2 and I have the features I want.
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I'm seeing LRX21L & Q. Just received a N9 tonight. After the update I now have LRX21R.
Is this a new build or old?
This N9 is for my wife and it's staying stock. When I get mine, if this is a new build, do I need to wait for a new root method?
I currently have the L version. Perhaps, you have the newer update
Edit: I mean I currently have the Q.
I was running Q and when I got home tonight I was prompted to update to R. So I guess that's the most recent. Hopefully a fix for the WiFi issues.
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I was running Q and when I got home tonight I was prompted to update to R. So I guess that's the most recent. Hopefully a fix for the WiFi issues.
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We're running a 5gHz AC network. The N9 has a one brief disconnect. Feel pretty fortunate to have a solid N9. No flex, no light bleed. Extremely snappy.
Now I just have to learn how to root then adb for unlocking boot loader. WAY too much white in the UI. Burning my eyes.
OTA links
Posted the ota links for LRX21R in the other thread [REF] Nexus 9 Stock OTA URLs http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=56840199&postcount=131
Nice, I haven't really had any issues with my N9 barring WiFi at the office. At home, everything is groovy. At the office, it won't connect to our guest network but it does connect with authentication to our main network. Not really sure what the differences are behind the scenes. I was hoping the update would fix the guest connection issue.
Hi, I'm stock Q, no root but unlocked, I will receive R by ota or I have to sideload it ?
I'm still on L.
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I'm still on L.
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I'm still on L
Does Google push to US first or something? Still on L here in Denmark.
Steffe89 said:
Does Google push to US first or something? Still on L here in Denmark.
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I had to manually update mine to Q and still nothing about R in Canada either.
I've gotten nothing about R here in the US
I got a 17MB update this afternoon. Here is the screen shot. LRX21R.
I'm getting disconnected from WiFi almost every 1/2hr.
Edit: I'm from Southern California. Also, Google posted LRX21R factory image.
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I got a 17MB update this afternoon. Here is the screen shot. LRX21R.
I'm getting disconnected from WiFi almost every 1/2hr.
Edit: I'm from Southern California. Also, Google posted LRX21R factory image.
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I'm also in Southern CA, but still on L. I do the "Check Now" pretty often, turn it off and back on again once a day, and can't even get the Q OTA. I'm really curious about Google's rollout method.
Did you do anything to trigger either update? I'd factory reset, but I'm 11 hours into Battleheart Legacy which does not support Play Games.
On a side note, I received the Nvidia Shield Tablet Lollipop update at 6:30am this morning - just as Nvidia promised. C'mon, Google!
Nope, i don't recall doing anything differently other than plugging it in to charge at night. Went to work, got home and the update popped up. I never understand how OTA is pushed out so I can't make any assumptions.
I am however experiencing many wifi drops after the update. I have my phone and tablet side by side and both connected to my wifi. Only the tablet is getting wifi drops.
i was playing word feud on the tablet and the notification to R came in after 3pm PST. im in LA ca.
updated just fine.
Got the update yesterday in the evening, my location is Germany
fblasot said:
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Since no ota here in Italy (at least on my N9) I went by sideload and now I'm on R.
No OTA for now, I am still in L....
Thetitle says it all. I just noticed that my phone is running AW 1.4 and my watch is running AW 1.3. I have tried to resync my apps but it doesn't change anything.
Is this normal?
Same thing here.
Watch has 1.3.0.2230669
Phone has 1.4.0.2470307.gms
What's the deal with that?
daniel06gt said:
Same thing here.
Watch has 1.3.0.2230669
Phone has 1.4.0.2470307.gms
What's the deal with that?
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Exactly the same versions as me.
This just means that the app on the phone is prepared for the Wear 1.4 update, it just hasn't been released to your watch by Motorola, or Google, or wherever it comes from.
The only watch that has ever had 1.4 on it was the LG watch with LTE capability that got recalled shortly after it released.
another strange thing that i have noticed is that the watch shows that im running on android 5.1.1 while in reality my phone already upgraded to 6
sh33z0r said:
another strange thing that i have noticed is that the watch shows that im running on android 5.1.1 while in reality my phone already upgraded to 6
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Pretty sure that 5.1.1 is referring to the version of android your watch is running, not the phone.
Anyone know a more precise date? I'm getting king of annoyed with Asus at this point.
"In search of incredible. Haven't found it yet"
No ETA! I actually lost faith in Wear 2!
It's not just Asus. Google has really goofed the Android Wear 2.0 rollout. For an Android version that was supposed to be under tight control, WTH Google?
http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/04/20/huawei-watch-moto-360-gen-2-watches-get-android-wear-2-0-end-april-late-may/
Think the 2.0 update just hit my watch
May have hit sooner, I didn't wear it today.
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May have hit sooner, I didn't wear it today.
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That's probably build M6E70C which is still Marshmallow as this build was released not too long ago
You're right. Seems to be a routine security update. Damn I was so hopeful. Back to hurry up and wait.
I couldn't have put it better than a random commenter on an article about this.
"By the time this update arrives google will have announced androidwear 7"
Good news, the update could arrive any day now.
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http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/0...ches-get-android-wear-2-0-end-april-late-may/
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How'd that end up working out? It's June 6th and I still don't have any release date.
Electronicbrain said:
How'd that end up working out? It's June 6th and I still don't have any release date.
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Don't shoot the messenger!:laugh:
Ya this is the last asus product idea they have a horrible track record of updating their devices.
Asus told me the update is rolling out late Q2 or even the beginning of Q3.... Bet it will be delayed again when we hit Q3.
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Asus told me the update is rolling out late Q2 or even the beginning of Q3.... Bet it will be delayed again when we hit Q3.
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This is unfortunately probably true.
Unfortunately, we don't know where the hold up is. Unlike normal Android builds, Google controls Android Wear and builds the ROM which OEMs then tweak. Supposedly, the Zenwatches are being held up by Google, not Asus. I don't get why, since all Android watches from the ZW2 generation had the exact same SoC, and I believe all of the watches in the ZW3 generation also have the exact same SoC, but there you have it.
Shut up about wear 2.0. The watch works fine as it is.
It'll be here by Xmas. Maybe not this Xmas.
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Kyshara said:
Shut up about wear 2.0. The watch works fine as it is.
It'll be here by Xmas. Maybe not this Xmas.
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Not for everyone. I would like to just type or write words on my watch like you can do in AW2.0 instead of saying them out loud. But I can't right now... Also there are a lot of problems with the watch using my phone's GPS, which I didn't have on WebWear 2.0. So no, it isn't working fine as it is for me.
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Not for everyone. I would like to just type or write words on my watch like you can do in AW2.0 instead of saying them out loud. But I can't right now... Also there are a lot of problems with the watch using my phone's GPS, which I didn't have on WebWear 2.0. So no, it isn't working fine as it is for me.
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Not only that, but I have constant issues with my phone going to DnD as well as text messages delayed on my Zenwatch for 5,10,15+ minutes, too. We need Android Wear 2.0 sooner rather than later! I rely on message alerts when I am running equipment and can't hear/feel my phone!
Not to mention uninstalling useless apps. I get notified Everytime I drive by a Lowe's. The app on the watch literally does nothing useful. I can't uninstall it without uninstalling the app from my phone.
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rufflez2010 said:
Not to mention uninstalling useless apps. I get notified Everytime I drive by a Lowe's. The app on the watch literally does nothing useful. I can't uninstall it without uninstalling the app from my phone.
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You do know you can turn off notifications for that?
When a company says they will have something out by a specific time they should either keep to their word or at least be honest if there's delays. ASUS so far has not replied to one single comment I've posted on social media on why we haven't gotten the update. To me that's a sign of a company that doesn't care about it's customers is when they don't even attempt to answer simple questions. Even a blank "it's delayed until further notice" is better than dead silence.
What is the latest update you got ? Because i do not get OTA updates i dont know why , i have to keep flashing kdz files everytime there's uodate available
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Akhayev said:
What is the latest update you got ? Because i do not get OTA updates i dont know why , i have to keep flashing kdz files everytime there's uodate available
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There's only been one update since the phone came out, and that was in April.
Went out to get the mail, came back and I noticed a download icon on my phone, turns out its in the middle of an update. File size is 477.3mb. I already have the update from April, so Im not sure what this'll be. Guess I'll know within the hour, as its downloading quite slowly.
strodda said:
Went out to get the mail, came back and I noticed a download icon on my phone, turns out its in the middle of an update. File size is 477.3mb. I already have the update from April, so Im not sure what this'll be. Guess I'll know within the hour, as its downloading quite slowly.
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I just finished downloading it myself. It's at updating now... (1/2) stage right now. I hope they fix all the issues and complains people had, or at least most of them.
It went from 11a to 12b. I do not notice any differences yet, but I didnt experience issues prior to the update either.
Hopefully this fixed my Bluetooth issues. I installed it and will try it when I leave work to see if my streaming issue goes away (static/crackle).
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I just saw the update coming down, it's downloading atm.
Unfortunately it looks like it was just security updates. My Bluetooth issue is still present.
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I hope it fixes the only issue I have. Intermittent battery drain when idle.
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I hope it fixes the only issue I have. Intermittent battery drain when idle.
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And....It doesn't.
The latest update bricked my phone this morning. It got stuck on the LG screen, then occasionally flashing the "Your device is corrupt. It can't be trusted and my not work properly." I couldn't even factory reset it. Took it to a Verizon store and they couldn't do anything either. At least they will FedEx me another phone overnight.
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And....It doesn't.
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I'm not seeing any heavy-duty battery drain. Possible you have a rouge app?
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I'm not seeing any heavy-duty battery drain. Possible you have a rouge app?
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I doubt it. The only thing showing serious battery drain is "Phone Idle", and I have the same exact apps on 2 other devices without a problem.
I just got 12b update today.
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Hopefully this fixed my Bluetooth issues. I installed it and will try it when I leave work to see if my streaming issue goes away (static/crackle).
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For me, this update broke the BLuetooth transmission of audio track data to my car stereo head unit. I post in the general G6 forum earlier:
'I have a new G6 and a new problem with Play Music. When connected via Bluetooth to my 2016 Subaru Outback head unit, Play Music track info does not appear on the head unit display. My previous LG G5 had no problem doing this consistently. Other apps like Pocket Casts displays track info, no problem. I reviewed the G6 supported Bluetooth profiles and they are compatible with the Subie head unit.
This is maddening! Has anyone else experienced this and then found a solution?
cheers,
mordango
UPDATE: I had this phone replaced with fresh G6. It was still on the 11a Verizon software version. Connected it to the car head unit via Bluetooth, played Google Play Music, got all the info on the head unit as it was supposed to do. Updated to 12b software version, no more music information displayed on the head unit. So, the 12b update breaks this for Play Music. Some other audio apps still display info but Play Music and Soundcloud are broken."
The update to 4.2.6 contains huge errors. All the tested outdoor activities don’t work with it. I have examined Run, Go, Hike, Biking.
After a short time it crashes. It shows senseless numbers (for instance a million of hours), then the data is lost. Newly starting it, this process repeats.
anyone have any solution for this?
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The update to 4.2.6 contains huge errors. All the tested outdoor activities don’t work with it. I have examined Run, Go, Hike, Biking.
After a short time it crashes. It shows senseless numbers (for instance a million of hours), then the data is lost. Newly starting it, this process repeats.
anyone have any solution for this?
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Yes roll back to 4.2.5.0 which work like a charm. i don't know if anyone has informed Amazfit i did not.
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Yes roll back to 4.2.5.0 which work like a charm. i don't know if anyone has informed Amazfit i did not.
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so you can roll it back to previous ROM version with factory reset or is there any other way to do it?
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The update to 4.2.6 contains huge errors. All the tested outdoor activities don’t work with it. I have examined Run, Go, Hike, Biking.
After a short time it crashes. It shows senseless numbers (for instance a million of hours), then the data is lost. Newly starting it, this process repeats.
anyone have any solution for this?
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so you can roll it back to previous ROM version with factory reset or is there any other way to do it?
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you can with unofficial way from saratoga thread here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/smartwatch/amazfit/fw-tool-stock-global-international-t4031153
just FYI i've sent an message to the support yesterday.
here is their answer:
ello There ，
Thank you for contacting Amazfit Customer Support. We apologize if the products caused you any inconvenience.
Our tech team have located the issue, please kindly wait in patience for the optimize in the next firmware update.
Thank you for your understanding.
If there is anything else we can help you with, please let us know! FYI. https://support.amazfit.com/us/ is Amazfit official support website, you can have FAQ, User Manual & Operation videos of Amazfit products.
Hope you have a good day!
Sincerely,
Kitty
Amazfit Support
Ok,.. hopefully they will fix this bug. But they didn't mention when it's gonna come this update eh? ;/
Funny,
It seems the update is no more published (it is no more found when I clic on check updates)
Something is coming?
I also got in touch with Amazfit support, they wrote me new rom will be released within a week!
I really hope it's true because I got my stratos 3 a week ago and still I was not able to record a single activity!!!
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I also got in touch with Amazfit support, they wrote me new rom will be released within a week!
I really hope it's true because I got my stratos 3 a week ago and still I was not able to record a single activity!!!
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nice, to hear it! ...i can't wait anymore.. having the same problems all the time.
after a software update 4.2.7. i have still the same issue with GPS... do you also have guys??
In my case, the watch stops recording activities after like 5 min, No error message or anything.... I'm really unhappy with amazfit/Xiaomi.... Most of the tech related products I've bought in the last 4 years are from Xiaomi (inc. a stratos 2 that died after 18 months of use)... I'm really thinking that Xiaomi is no longer at the level they were a while ago or they say they are... Very disappointed... Let's see if this gets fixed or I just give up and buy something else
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after a software update 4.2.7. i have still the same issue with GPS... do you also have guys??
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Just had this issue with the 4.2.7 firmware, plus notifications never coming thru not impressed and no sign of an update from amazfit
Hello, impossible to find a gps signal on my amazfit stratos 3. Thanks, Toni.