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Anyone have this tablet? A review would be appreciated? It is a 7" inch RK3066 dual core with 1Gb Ram. And it is pretty cheap at around $85 shipped.
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Posted 06 October 2012 - 02:24 AM
avaris246, on 05 October 2012 - 09:48 PM, said:
Anyone have this tablet? A review would be appreciated? It is a 7" inch RK3066 dual core with 1Gb Ram. And it is pretty cheap at around $85 shipped.
Are these standout points to consider this tablet for you?
- RAM 512MB (DDR 3)
- ROM（Memory） 8GB Nand Flash
- Shell Material Plastic
- Display LCD
- Resolution 800 x 480px
- 3G External 3G
- Battery 3200mAh
My small advise to you is don't waste your time on this mate. Keep searching for something better.
If it's 8GB and Jelly Bean that you want get the Ainol Crystal. Slatedroid has about 6 resident devs right on here who push out custom roms for the Ainol tablets. You will be better off with 1GB ram and a better screen at least
For me it's well below the par. Looking at the M2 but design wise I kind of hate it now, looks bulky at the edges.
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Ainol Aurora II/ Pipo Max M1/ Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1
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Posted 09 October 2012 - 09:56 AM
I recieved mine yesterday and I've been fiddling with it on and off.
Not too happy with the resolution. When I power off the tablet to charge it, it powers on itself when plugging it in?! Is this suppose to be like this?
The supplier tells me it's a known RK3066 cpu issue, but I don't know.
Is there a way to root this?
Not too happy with the resolution. When I power off the tablet to charge it, it powers on itself when plugging it in?! Is this suppose to be like this?
The supplier tells me it's a known RK3066 cpu issue, but I don't know.
Is there a way to root this?
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Posted 09 October 2012 - 01:28 PM
BaconBits, on 09 October 2012 - 09:56 AM, said:
I recieved mine yesterday and I've been fiddling with it on and off.
Not too happy with the resolution. When I power off the tablet to charge it, it powers on itself when plugging it in?! Is this suppose to be like this?
The supplier tells me it's a known RK3066 cpu issue, but I don't know.
Is there a way to root this?
Not too happy with the resolution. When I power off the tablet to charge it, it powers on itself when plugging it in?! Is this suppose to be like this?
The supplier tells me it's a known RK3066 cpu issue, but I don't know.
Is there a way to root this?
ALL RK3066 units power on when charging. Doesn't hurt anything. Just tap the power button to turn the screen off.
We plan on mostly likely carrying the S1 for Christmas as the price is dirt cheap and PiPo quality is BY FAR better than Ainol.
The S1 has 1 GB of RAM, not 512 MB.
The Crystal DOES have a nicer screen but it is MVA not IPS. MVA is still better than LCD and the higher resolution is better.
Some talking points between the two...
If you get a good Crystal device, it is the better unit as far as the screen goes. IF.... I have had nothing but problems from Ainol and I have sold several generations of their products before realizing what absolute crap they are. Buyer beware.
The S1 is using a much better processor than the Crystal. The Rk3066 trumps the AmLogic in every category across the board.
The Crystal has a better screen and I am not sure but I would guess larger battery? It also has a higher price.
PiPo brand is significantly better than Ainol. There really is no comparison between the two companies. PiPo cares about their products and customers, Ainol cares about making a buck.
Yes, I am opinionated
.If you want something with a good screen and don't mind the AmLogic processor I would perhaps recommend one of Onda's current 7" offerings. They are also a good company but the price is higher. They use IPS screen though which are significantly better than MVA based on what reading I have done.
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Posted 09 October 2012 - 01:41 PM
The S1 has about a $20 to $30 price differential from the Crystal.
The Crystal has a notably bigger battery and much better screen (HD and MVA technology) but not quite IPS. My only gripe with the Crystal is the brand honestly. The AmLogic IS significantly less processor than the Rockchip but it is still a very good processor all the same.
We have a low price target to hit with the S1 though, that is also a part of it. Low price but good solid quality is the goal.
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The Crystal has a notably bigger battery and much better screen (HD and MVA technology) but not quite IPS. My only gripe with the Crystal is the brand honestly. The AmLogic IS significantly less processor than the Rockchip but it is still a very good processor all the same.
We have a low price target to hit with the S1 though
, that is also a part of it. Low price but good solid quality is the goal. Regards,
Roman
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Posted 09 October 2012 - 01:41 PM
The S1 has about a $20 to $30 price differential from the Crystal.
The Crystal has a notably bigger battery and much better screen (HD and MVA technology) but not quite IPS. My only gripe with the Crystal is the brand honestly. The AmLogic IS significantly less processor than the Rockchip but it is still a very good processor all the same.
We have a low price target to hit with the S1 though, that is also a part of it. Low price but good solid quality is the goal.
Regards,
Roman
The Crystal has a notably bigger battery and much better screen (HD and MVA technology) but not quite IPS. My only gripe with the Crystal is the brand honestly. The AmLogic IS significantly less processor than the Rockchip but it is still a very good processor all the same.
We have a low price target to hit with the S1 though
, that is also a part of it. Low price but good solid quality is the goal. Regards,
Roman
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Posted 10 October 2012 - 09:06 AM
Roman2025, on 09 October 2012 - 01:28 PM, said:
ALL RK3066 units power on when charging. Doesn't hurt anything. Just tap the power button to turn the screen off.
Hi Roman,
I hope I don't ruin the conversation for you, but my tablet (Aoson M11) does not turn on when charging.
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Posted 10 October 2012 - 09:22 AM
Pipo has come out with 8" ver Smart S2..wish they release a 3g version soon.
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Posted 15 October 2012 - 08:01 AM
the pipo s1 is interesting but can be updated and the procedure is simple?
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Posted 22 October 2012 - 10:13 AM
Yes, a PIPO S1 review is very welcome. I have ordered one and will get it in a week or so... If no one has written one, I might try to do it. Seems like a good cheap tablet, suitable for kids up to about 16 years maybe? For myself I want to buy a PIPO M3...
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Posted 26 October 2012 - 07:39 PM
Please any one know how to flash/update and install CWM on this tablet? I had rooted this tab with ZhaoDaShi v2.2.10. It rooted just fine but the only problem is Suand busybox is not installed. I installed superSU (busybox also) and all apps that need root working just fine. This is really good cheap tablet for your child aside from the lower resolution!
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Posted 27 October 2012 - 09:28 AM
How well does video play on it.
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Posted 31 October 2012 - 01:46 PM
I have received several S1's for a project that I am working on. I would be happy to write a review but would prefer to do it in a new thread so that it could be found easily. I am new to this board an don't have ability to create new threads but I am hoping a moderator could bump up my privilidges so that I can create a post.
In summary, the devices are quite nice for the price. Performance is pretty amazing in my opinion. I have been able to put CWM 5 on and have also been able to root the devices using the general tools for this chipset. Video performance is good. I hooked it up to my HDMI monitor and everything just worked. I haven't tried any games and probably won't but from a video player performance standpoint, it works well. The screen itself is good but the resolution 800x480 is a bit on the low side of acceptable. However, there have to trade offs for a device at this price point.
I hope to get a bunch of documentation together for this as I had to find it from various sources. Since I have several devices, I was more willing to take a risk but everything worked as it should.
In summary, the devices are quite nice for the price. Performance is pretty amazing in my opinion. I have been able to put CWM 5 on and have also been able to root the devices using the general tools for this chipset. Video performance is good. I hooked it up to my HDMI monitor and everything just worked. I haven't tried any games and probably won't but from a video player performance standpoint, it works well. The screen itself is good but the resolution 800x480 is a bit on the low side of acceptable. However, there have to trade offs for a device at this price point.
I hope to get a bunch of documentation together for this as I had to find it from various sources. Since I have several devices, I was more willing to take a risk but everything worked as it should.
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Posted 31 October 2012 - 10:18 PM
jmoeller, on 31 October 2012 - 01:46 PM, said:
I have received several S1's for a project that I am working on. I would be happy to write a review but would prefer to do it in a new thread so that it could be found easily. I am new to this board an don't have ability to create new threads but I am hoping a moderator could bump up my privilidges so that I can create a post.
In summary, the devices are quite nice for the price. Performance is pretty amazing in my opinion. I have been able to put CWM 5 on and have also been able to root the devices using the general tools for this chipset. Video performance is good. I hooked it up to my HDMI monitor and everything just worked. I haven't tried any games and probably won't but from a video player performance standpoint, it works well. The screen itself is good but the resolution 800x480 is a bit on the low side of acceptable. However, there have to trade offs for a device at this price point.
I hope to get a bunch of documentation together for this as I had to find it from various sources. Since I have several devices, I was more willing to take a risk but everything worked as it should.
In summary, the devices are quite nice for the price. Performance is pretty amazing in my opinion. I have been able to put CWM 5 on and have also been able to root the devices using the general tools for this chipset. Video performance is good. I hooked it up to my HDMI monitor and everything just worked. I haven't tried any games and probably won't but from a video player performance standpoint, it works well. The screen itself is good but the resolution 800x480 is a bit on the low side of acceptable. However, there have to trade offs for a device at this price point.
I hope to get a bunch of documentation together for this as I had to find it from various sources. Since I have several devices, I was more willing to take a risk but everything worked as it should.
OMG. thanks mate for jumpin' into pipo s1 development. It's such a great news to me that someone is working on this nice tab. Yeah, the only cons for this superfast and cheap tab is the low res, cannot use usb for charging and cannot turn off tab while charging. Waitin' for your art of work for this piece of awesome hardware! Thank you.
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Posted 01 November 2012 - 03:49 PM
yash3339, on 10 October 2012 - 09:06 AM, said:
Hi Roman,
I hope I don't ruin the conversation for you, but my tablet (Aoson M11) does not turn on when charging.
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I hope I don't ruin the conversation for you, but my tablet (Aoson M11) does not turn on when charging.
Sent from my LG Optimus One using Tapatalk 2
It charges while turned off?! Doesn't ruin the conversation
lol. That is the first RK3066 I have ever heard of that charges while turned off though. I have PiPo and Yuandao and OEM devices and all come on when they charge. Interesting!Regards,
Roman
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People have asked (thank you btw) so here it is... If you would like to monetarily say thanks and continue supporting me in my firmware development efforts, you can donate by clicking here:TO MY FIRMWARE DEVELOPMENT FUND
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Posted 04 November 2012 - 05:47 AM
Does anyone know which wall adapter that suits for the charging cable? How many volts and how many ampere should the adapter give?
Would this one work (specs on a adapter i found at Tinydeal):
*Works with Samsung Galaxy Tab GT-P1000, Or other devices that with the right parameters, voltage, current, etc (required a USB cable, Here is Not include)
*Advanced internal circuitry prevents from overcharging and short-circuiting
*Compact and lightweight design
*Input: AC 100 - 250v, 50/60Hz
*USB Output: DC 5 V, with 5% more or less
*Max: 2100mA, Min: 150mA
*Plug Type: EU Plug
*Size: 65mm (L) x 65mm (H) x 35mm (W)
*Net Weight: 45g
*Color: Black
Also found a charger with 2.1 mm pin (is that the right size?) at dealextreme:
- Color: Black
- Material: Plastic casing
- Connector: 5.5 x 2.1mm
- Input Voltage: 100~240V
- Input Frequency: 50~60Hz
- Output Voltage: 5V
- Output Current: 2A
- Cable Length: 100cm
- Suitable for security cameras, scanners, digital products etc.
- Packing list:
- 1 x Power Adapter (2-pin-plug)
Would this one work (specs on a adapter i found at Tinydeal):
*Works with Samsung Galaxy Tab GT-P1000, Or other devices that with the right parameters, voltage, current, etc (required a USB cable, Here is Not include)
*Advanced internal circuitry prevents from overcharging and short-circuiting
*Compact and lightweight design
*Input: AC 100 - 250v, 50/60Hz
*USB Output: DC 5 V, with 5% more or less
*Max: 2100mA, Min: 150mA
*Plug Type: EU Plug
*Size: 65mm (L) x 65mm (H) x 35mm (W)
*Net Weight: 45g
*Color: Black
Also found a charger with 2.1 mm pin (is that the right size?) at dealextreme:
- Color: Black
- Material: Plastic casing
- Connector: 5.5 x 2.1mm
- Input Voltage: 100~240V
- Input Frequency: 50~60Hz
- Output Voltage: 5V
- Output Current: 2A
- Cable Length: 100cm
- Suitable for security cameras, scanners, digital products etc.
- Packing list:
- 1 x Power Adapter (2-pin-plug)
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Posted 04 November 2012 - 07:36 AM
Roman2025, on 01 November 2012 - 03:49 PM, said:
It charges while turned off?! Doesn't ruin the conversation lol. That is the first RK3066 I have ever heard of that charges while turned off though. I have PiPo and Yuandao and OEM devices and all come on when they charge. Interesting!
Regards,
Roman
lol. That is the first RK3066 I have ever heard of that charges while turned off though. I have PiPo and Yuandao and OEM devices and all come on when they charge. Interesting!Regards,
Roman
Also the RK3066 teclast P85 dual and P85HD do not boot when charging.
On order, nothing, and am i am finished with Chinese cpu's, i prefere my exynos devices.
Favorites, in order of use, Ramos W42, Samsung galaxy note 8 inch, Ployer Momo11 quad exynos 4412, Chuwi V88 RK3188, Samsung galaxy tab 7.7, Ployer Momo8 IPS, Yuandao Window N70, BB playbook.
Sold last months, PiPo U1, Teclast P85, PiPo S2, Teclast P85HD, Cube mini U30GT, Yuandao Vido N80IPS, Ainol Novo 10 Hero ii: very bad, Ployer Momo12, Onda V812, Yuandao Vido N80 RK3188, Teclast P88, Google Nexus 7-8Gb, PiPo M8pro RK3188.
And: You know we all became mathematicians for the same reason: we were lazy.
Favorites, in order of use, Ramos W42, Samsung galaxy note 8 inch, Ployer Momo11 quad exynos 4412, Chuwi V88 RK3188, Samsung galaxy tab 7.7, Ployer Momo8 IPS, Yuandao Window N70, BB playbook.
Sold last months, PiPo U1, Teclast P85, PiPo S2, Teclast P85HD, Cube mini U30GT, Yuandao Vido N80IPS, Ainol Novo 10 Hero ii: very bad, Ployer Momo12, Onda V812, Yuandao Vido N80 RK3188, Teclast P88, Google Nexus 7-8Gb, PiPo M8pro RK3188.
And: You know we all became mathematicians for the same reason: we were lazy.
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Posted 06 November 2012 - 02:59 PM
Nobody knows witch charger that suits PIPO S1? The one I ordered will come without wall-charger...
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Posted 06 November 2012 - 03:15 PM
Every charger with 5 volts and 2 Ampers it's good ... I made one for my Pipo S1 using one universal charger (http://www.alibaba.c...er_Adapter.html) wich work better than original charger !
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This post has been edited by Fratello: 06 November 2012 - 03:18 PM
Ex-owner of MID (8650), LY-F1, Zenithink ZT282 C91 Upgrade ; Eken-T05A ; Teclast P76Ti - now Pipo Smart S1, for my son! There is no perfect tablet !
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Posted 06 November 2012 - 04:43 PM
Thanks Fratello. Exactly the answer I needed!
