IQ Universal root patch for IQ... - Page 7

troll05 · 11-22-2011, 04:02 PM

@ Icewyng

Is it possible to modify the attached file for the PDN ROM? It was developed to fake the Android Version to Froyo so you were able to use Apps like App2SD or Aldiko 2.0

Icewyng · 11-22-2011, 06:07 PM

I think I have narrowed down what is the deal with Wi-Fi.

Almost everything is ruled by permissions. If you don't have the right permission for the right thing, it won't work. I think this is what might be happening with Wi-Fi. I am testing a few things to make sure it works properly.

It was working for me when I first flashed the ROM but I have rebooted and it stopped working. I know where the problem is, just need to correct it.

citac · 11-22-2011, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Icewyng

I think I have narrowed down what is the deal with Wi-Fi.

Almost everything is ruled by permissions. If you don't have the right permission for the right thing, it won't work. I think this is what might be happening with Wi-Fi. I am testing a few things to make sure it works properly.

It was working for me when I first flashed the ROM but I have rebooted and it stopped working. I know where the problem is, just need to correct it.

That would be great. Everything else works fine except WiFi. (It's funny, because I never thought I'd be using it all that much, but I find that it's useful when I want to check my mail, leave a comment or three on a journal or surf the net on a break.)

kalle17 · 11-23-2011, 03:14 AM

Noticed another issue...
It is not possible to change keyboard layouts (e.g. between English and Russian). Also, it is not possible to use alternative keyboard (like SmartKeyboard Pro) - system always uses built-in one.

troll05 · 11-23-2011, 03:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kalle17

Noticed another issue...
It is not possible to change keyboard layouts (e.g. between English and Russian). Also, it is not possible to use alternative keyboard (like SmartKeyboard Pro) - system always uses built-in one.

After changing the keyboard in "Settings" you need a long press on the "123?" button in the keyboard to select the new keyboard again.
Have you done this?
Layout should be changed automatically when changing the language, otherwise try a swipe from left to right on the space-bar.

kalle17 · 11-23-2011, 04:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by troll05

After changing the keyboard in "Settings" you need a long press on the "123?" button in the keyboard to select the new keyboard again.
Have you done this?

Yes I tried this - I see only one input method - Andoid Keyboard, though I have SmartKeyboard installed and set as default.

Quote:

Originally Posted by troll05

Layout should be changed automatically when changing the language, otherwise try a swipe from left to right on the space-bar.

I set Russian as default language, but English keyboard got selected automatically. Swipe on spacebar produces empty window and does nothing.

troll05 · 11-23-2011, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kalle17

Yes I tried this - I see only one input method - Andoid Keyboard, though I have SmartKeyboard installed and set as default.

Hmm, strange. Maybe try GoKeyboard, I just installed that one, it works and it changes layout according to language settings you selected (even a fast swap possible)

Quote:

Swipe on spacebar produces empty window and does nothing.

Sorry, my fault. That was another Keyboard

Icewyng · 11-23-2011, 08:06 AM

I think I have found what all those problems came from:

Usually, with Android, you have several MTD partitions containing the various bites of the OS. One of those partitions is called DATA and this is where most of the stuff happens. Configs, non-system apps, libs for apps... all is there.

Now, with the IQ, there is DATA but there are also 2 other partitions: USER_DATA & PB_DATA. The thing I have noticed is that these are MMC partitions and not MTD and that some stuff in DATA is symbolic links to one of those partitions.

What are MMC Partitions? Think of them as partitions that would be on an SDcard. So, you have DATA (main partition) spliiting into 2 other partitions (USER & PB). When you Factory Reset, you only erase DATA and NOT User or PB... you can see why there were some problems now.

My plan is to remove USER & PB and only leave DATA as the only DATA partition. I think that should solve 99.9% of all the app & config problems we have on this.

I have actually set up a To-Do list for myself and will work hard to get this to work and learn the inner working of Android. After that, I think we might have some Gingerbread for lunch.

fjtorres · 11-23-2011, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Icewyng

My plan is to remove USER & PB and only leave DATA as the only DATA partition. I think that should solve 99.9% of all the app & config problems we have on this.

Sounds like that will help folks with corrupt 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 partitions, too.
(Right now, that's me.

)
An extra bonus.

So far the PD port is noticeably smoother in touch-screen response and seems to run apps a bit faster. Would the PB apps install and run on it? I'm thinking the TTS might actually be usable on it...

troll05 · 11-23-2011, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fjtorres

Would the PB apps install and run on it? I'm thinking the TTS might actually be usable on it...

While removing other stuff I found all the PB apps with TB still installed, but couldn't get any of them running, so the answer is: probably maybe, but not out of the box

frth · 11-24-2011, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Icewyng

Improved 2d/3d drivers update

Sorry for stupid question, but is it OpenGL update?

citac · 11-24-2011, 05:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by troll05

While removing other stuff I found all the PB apps with TB still installed, but couldn't get any of them running, so the answer is: probably maybe, but not out of the box

Agreed, I had the same experience. I would like to have the bookshelf that original PB firmware had; or maybe something similar to what I saw was present in the original PD firmware. You know, the recently read stuff that appears on one of the home screens.

One thing I noticed as I've been using this patch is that it does wake up at random times, and if I have it in my bag and take it out after a while, there's an app running. It also seems to use up my battery faster - before, I was able to leave the IQ for a couple of days and the battery would still be at least half or quarter full.

troll05 · 11-24-2011, 05:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by citac

It also seems to use up my battery faster - before, I was able to leave the IQ for a couple of days and the battery would still be at least half or quarter full.

Maybe that's because of the running Apps and wakeups? I'm sure a lockscreen would help there.
Mine is lying around most of the time and battery life is comparable to original ROM

citac · 11-24-2011, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by troll05

Maybe that's because of the running Apps and wakeups? I'm sure a lockscreen would help there.
Mine is lying around most of the time and battery life is comparable to original ROM

I'm not sure yet - I did use it more the last couple of day, flashing the updates as Icewyng was posting them, plus installing the apps and seeing which ones I want to keep. Plus there's the WiFi problem: I've left the WiFi on while at work to see if I'd be able to connect; I never was but of course WiFI on meant that battery would be used up sooner.

Quote:

I'm sure a lockscreen would help there.

Problem is, I can't figure out where to find it on the device. When I press the power button to wake it up, it just goes straight to the home screen. Is it even installed?

If it isn't, can I download an apk lockscreen somewhere?

Icewyng · 11-24-2011, 09:37 AM

I wish I could do so much more and I know everyone is excited but I have to put priorities on what counts...

Yes, it is the OpenGL drivers update. I will be experimenting with different mix of them in the next few days to find a good one to use.

for PB apps, it is possible but it will be a lot of work. Did you just copy the apps in the system/app folder or did you do something else? They will need some kind of conversion to be able to run.

For battery drain, it does drain faster. I think it has to do with the services it uses. I know one of the big drainer is Telephonyprovider and anything related to it. I might remove it and see if it improves battery life. Also, I need to look a bit furhter into the framework to see what I can do for the lockscreen and more.

For Wifi: It is all about permissions. First, if you can, look in the /data/misc/dhcpcd folder and tell me if there is a file in there.

i wish I could give everyone what they want but it is not going to be possible. Ultimately, the goal is to move on to Froyo, GB or ICS. Porting the SH20 ROM is good practice to know how to work with the OS and see what can be done.

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11-22-2011, 06:07 PM	#92
Icewyng Addict Posts: 238 Karma: 4039 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Quebec, Canada Device: Pocketbook 301+, Pocketbook IQ	I think I have narrowed down what is the deal with Wi-Fi. Almost everything is ruled by permissions. If you don't have the right permission for the right thing, it won't work. I think this is what might be happening with Wi-Fi. I am testing a few things to make sure it works properly. It was working for me when I first flashed the ROM but I have rebooted and it stopped working. I know where the problem is, just need to correct it.

11-23-2011, 03:14 AM	#94
kalle17 Member Posts: 18 Karma: 44 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Moscow Device: PocketBook 302, PocketBook IQ701	Noticed another issue... It is not possible to change keyboard layouts (e.g. between English and Russian). Also, it is not possible to use alternative keyboard (like SmartKeyboard Pro) - system always uses built-in one.

11-23-2011, 08:06 AM	#98
Icewyng Addict Posts: 238 Karma: 4039 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Quebec, Canada Device: Pocketbook 301+, Pocketbook IQ	I think I have found what all those problems came from: Usually, with Android, you have several MTD partitions containing the various bites of the OS. One of those partitions is called DATA and this is where most of the stuff happens. Configs, non-system apps, libs for apps... all is there. Now, with the IQ, there is DATA but there are also 2 other partitions: USER_DATA & PB_DATA. The thing I have noticed is that these are MMC partitions and not MTD and that some stuff in DATA is symbolic links to one of those partitions. What are MMC Partitions? Think of them as partitions that would be on an SDcard. So, you have DATA (main partition) spliiting into 2 other partitions (USER & PB). When you Factory Reset, you only erase DATA and NOT User or PB... you can see why there were some problems now. My plan is to remove USER & PB and only leave DATA as the only DATA partition. I think that should solve 99.9% of all the app & config problems we have on this. I have actually set up a To-Do list for myself and will work hard to get this to work and learn the inner working of Android. After that, I think we might have some Gingerbread for lunch.

11-24-2011, 09:37 AM	#105
Icewyng Addict Posts: 238 Karma: 4039 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Quebec, Canada Device: Pocketbook 301+, Pocketbook IQ	I wish I could do so much more and I know everyone is excited but I have to put priorities on what counts... Yes, it is the OpenGL drivers update. I will be experimenting with different mix of them in the next few days to find a good one to use. for PB apps, it is possible but it will be a lot of work. Did you just copy the apps in the system/app folder or did you do something else? They will need some kind of conversion to be able to run. For battery drain, it does drain faster. I think it has to do with the services it uses. I know one of the big drainer is Telephonyprovider and anything related to it. I might remove it and see if it improves battery life. Also, I need to look a bit furhter into the framework to see what I can do for the lockscreen and more. For Wifi: It is all about permissions. First, if you can, look in the /data/misc/dhcpcd folder and tell me if there is a file in there. i wish I could give everyone what they want but it is not going to be possible. Ultimately, the goal is to move on to Froyo, GB or ICS. Porting the SH20 ROM is good practice to know how to work with the OS and see what can be done.

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