Thank you for the review! I’ve been looking for a watch-like phone replacement that had android 9 and above and this caught my eye. Sad to see it be a bit of disappointment. Thank you for sacrifice haha.
Thanks for taking one for the team and giving us the real info about why we should not buy this. I hope that LOKMAT or whomever manufactures this watch, makes your suggested changes.
Thank you Jason for this wonderful review like always! I heard from another reviewer you can turn off the intelligent clean under the battery settings- it will disable the battery saver and allow the background app keep running after black screen. Can you please confirm if this is true?
Yes, Evan, there is a setting for Intelligent Clean. I had the setting turned off during my testing and I was still unable to get my launcher to stay running after black screen.
Can you use it as a wireless hotspot? If so, I can use it for just telephony and basic smart watch functions, and a separate device such as a tablet, for more fancy things (like games, youtube, whatsapp)?
The same thing happened to me, but I found a solution for the following: launcher background apps notifications photo background notification as you said, can't set apps to background, every time screen is suspended i think they close BUT, if you use an always on amoled app, that prevents apps from closing, 2 as the device has android go and not android, I think you can only have up to 8 apps open in the background if they won't close and for this you can use app cleaners the rotation is fixed with the rotation control app The wallpaper can be customized, there is a default background that allows you to add a custom image Notifications can't be shown unless you root it, but without root, you can set custom sounds for each app and each action like sending message or comment. The only bad thing I see is that when you start the watch you must open all the apps that allow it to work well.
Hi Jason! QQ I saw a post on XDA developers by someone who was able to change the android on this watch to A12 using Corvus OS, would that make it a little better? Just a little curious since some of the problems (background apps closing and not being able to change the launcher) could be solved that way? Thanks for the videos!
Hi, sorry to reply to such a late comment, but I was wondering if you still had the link for this forum post handy? I've been trying to find it but have come up short. My apologies to bother you with this
Good review and agree about the launcher and the weather. I have a couple of these I use my own SIM card so it runs independently. Background tasks too is a bad point as you say. However, this is the best so far in terms of comfort and durability. I have taken it into shower to receive calls and no problems! I have had many watches like this and I think if they allow a full Android screen interface, such as the Neptune Pine, which I still own many, this would be a killer watch. I used to have the tiny standalone rectangular ones from the start and all had a proper Android interface. Comfy strap easily replaced is also good on this. But thanks.
Hi Marcus, Jason has been talking about some software issues and system updates of these watch. Do they seem to be resolved by the time, or not? I want to know if those are "abandoned", or not yet
@@peterpagac8607 the watch, along with the LEMFO T are still the best, but there's been no update for any watch. I followed the video on installing Nova Launcher but that doesn't work. That said, I still use the watch everyday and is better than an Apple or Samsung watch.
@@marcusoroberts thank you for a very quick response. I have noticed you are using it with a SIM card, how long does it last? Also, what is your screen time? (when the screen is on, not just idle / dark). Also if you could tell me how good your signal is and whether it is 4G, 3G, or 2G. As far as I know the signal strength and generation might affect the battery life, so thats why I am asking. I am interested in buying such a watch for daily use, as I want to lower my use of social media (by making it uncomfy to use them), but I still have to be accessible due to my job. Is writing e-mails or longer texts comfy on such a small keyboard (compared to phone), or does it also have some voice input capability? Also sorry for my english, its not my native language. Im trying my best.
@@peterpagac8607 no problems. It's 4G and 3G when that's not available. I use it for calls and social media everyday and I guess the battery would last around 3 or 4 days, but I recharge every night. I also have another phone for serious work, but for the money I'm happy with this watch. As I say, it's much better than anything else currently. It doesn't have NFC, but I use a NFC ring from McLear ring for payments.
Enjoy your videos on smart watches had an issue with a DM 100 it is now on a overlay screen that I do not have access to swipe the watch to try to get it off and the scan code for the watch is no longer in my phone help please if possible Overlay is a developer's option need to turn it off so I can have access to the DM 100 fully thank you for your time continue to make great videos
I don't know when there will be a new model. It used to be that a new model came out every year. But since COVID, there doesn't seem to be any new full Android smartwatches with big screens.
On Lemfo Lem T smart watch how to install other Watch Faces? Is it possible to install Android 9 or higher without the Clock deconfiguring or losing its functions?
I had brought that watch and the power button broke two days off having it I ended up getting another ticwris max 2.8 still love the screen size and functionality of it
Hi Jason Can you help me to decide which one do I buy the ticwris max or the ticwris max s I'd be happy if you help me because I don't want to waste money
They are both solid watches. I think the key difference is the size. If you have a bigger wrist you may want to go with the MAX or if you have a smaller wrist you may want the MAX S. Again, they are both good watches.
Hello sir, What smartwatch would you recommend if im looking for a standalone smartwatch that can make and recieve calls plus send and recieve whatsapp messages? Appreciate your hard work
Good question, I'm not sure. But it does have a sim tray and you should be able to see in the vendor's advertising which cellular bands it supports. However, do not buy this watch, buy the LEMFO LEM T if you need a good big screen watch.
@@JasonJ1968 I convinced AliExpress to refund the watch because it does not function properly (re: nova Launcher).. and ordered my second LEMT... The strap on my original LEMT is held together by super glue..
As a LEMFO LEMT owner for 3 years, the APPLLP smartwatch is a far superior model in every way from Ticwris and LEMFO. I for one will be placing an order for the APPLLP watch. If you are tech savvy, then customizing the watch should be a breeze than a average user. So in my opinion, the APPLLP is a watch to buy.
Its a shame that its sucks because its superior in specs than the ticwris max so the ticwris max (Because i think that the ticwris max is the most powerful big screen smartwatch please let me know if im wrong that there is a superior big screen smartwatch that isnt the appllp max) is the way to go until someone makes a big screen smartwatch that is superior than the ticwris max in every way and doesn't suck
I literally wasted my money on this watch bc some UA-camrs made it look completely customizable like android should be . But this is just sad bc its capable but stuck with these dumb limitations that make all that useless smh . 250 down the dumps
Thank you Jason. First genuine review I've come across. Appreciate the good bad ugly approach to review!
Thank you I was soooo close to pulling the trigger on this watch..glad I saw your video and assessment! Thanks brother
Appreciate your honest review, that's saved me some cash 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you for the review! I’ve been looking for a watch-like phone replacement that had android 9 and above and this caught my eye. Sad to see it be a bit of disappointment. Thank you for sacrifice haha.
Woahhhh !!! You're making videos since a long time !
Thanks for taking one for the team and giving us the real info about why we should not buy this.
I hope that LOKMAT or whomever manufactures this watch, makes your suggested changes.
I hope so too
Thank you!
Muchas gracias por el video informativo
Thank you Jason for this wonderful review like always! I heard from another reviewer you can turn off the intelligent clean under the battery settings- it will disable the battery saver and allow the background app keep running after black screen. Can you please confirm if this is true?
Yes, Evan, there is a setting for Intelligent Clean. I had the setting turned off during my testing and I was still unable to get my launcher to stay running after black screen.
Great review. So, keeping my Ticwris Max S is the best choice.
Why
Can you use it as a wireless hotspot? If so, I can use it for just telephony and basic smart watch functions, and a separate device such as a tablet, for more fancy things (like games, youtube, whatsapp)?
The same thing happened to me, but I found a solution for the following:
launcher
background apps
notifications
photo background notification
as you said, can't set apps to background, every time screen is suspended i think they close BUT, if you use an always on amoled app, that prevents apps from closing, 2 as the device has android go and not android, I think you can only have up to 8 apps open in the background if they won't close and for this you can use app cleaners
the rotation is fixed with the rotation control app
The wallpaper can be customized, there is a default background that allows you to add a custom image
Notifications can't be shown unless you root it, but without root, you can set custom sounds for each app and each action like sending message or comment.
The only bad thing I see is that when you start the watch you must open all the apps that allow it to work well.
What launcher did you use? I can't get Nova launcher to stick
Outside of putting your finger over the speaker on this smartwatch. Is there a Volume Control on this Smartwatch ???
very solid and honest review!
Thanks for the good video! But is there a good alternative for a smartwatch with a big screen? Is there a good big watch that you could recommend?
Yes, I think the TicWris MAX, MAX S or the LEM T are good choices.
R.I.P. You were a good ol watch. F. By the by, does it work with Verizon sim?
They should make ver 2!!!! Double sim.... IrDA.. Microsd... No bezels... 2 cameras!!!
Def at least microsd support.
Hi Jason! QQ I saw a post on XDA developers by someone who was able to change the android on this watch to A12 using Corvus OS, would that make it a little better? Just a little curious since some of the problems (background apps closing and not being able to change the launcher) could be solved that way? Thanks for the videos!
I am definately going to look into this. I'm personally not confident about flashing roms, but I have nothing to lose by trying!
Hi, sorry to reply to such a late comment, but I was wondering if you still had the link for this forum post handy? I've been trying to find it but have come up short. My apologies to bother you with this
Good review and agree about the launcher and the weather. I have a couple of these I use my own SIM card so it runs independently. Background tasks too is a bad point as you say. However, this is the best so far in terms of comfort and durability. I have taken it into shower to receive calls and no problems! I have had many watches like this and I think if they allow a full Android screen interface, such as the Neptune Pine, which I still own many, this would be a killer watch. I used to have the tiny standalone rectangular ones from the start and all had a proper Android interface. Comfy strap easily replaced is also good on this. But thanks.
Hi Marcus, Jason has been talking about some software issues and system updates of these watch. Do they seem to be resolved by the time, or not? I want to know if those are "abandoned", or not yet
@@peterpagac8607 the watch, along with the LEMFO T are still the best, but there's been no update for any watch. I followed the video on installing Nova Launcher but that doesn't work. That said, I still use the watch everyday and is better than an Apple or Samsung watch.
@@peterpagac8607 the watch is very reliable, it's just the interface. Minor issue really. Battery life is amazing and you can even wear in the shower.
@@marcusoroberts thank you for a very quick response. I have noticed you are using it with a SIM card, how long does it last? Also, what is your screen time? (when the screen is on, not just idle / dark). Also if you could tell me how good your signal is and whether it is 4G, 3G, or 2G. As far as I know the signal strength and generation might affect the battery life, so thats why I am asking. I am interested in buying such a watch for daily use, as I want to lower my use of social media (by making it uncomfy to use them), but I still have to be accessible due to my job. Is writing e-mails or longer texts comfy on such a small keyboard (compared to phone), or does it also have some voice input capability?
Also sorry for my english, its not my native language. Im trying my best.
@@peterpagac8607 no problems. It's 4G and 3G when that's not available. I use it for calls and social media everyday and I guess the battery would last around 3 or 4 days, but I recharge every night. I also have another phone for serious work, but for the money I'm happy with this watch. As I say, it's much better than anything else currently. It doesn't have NFC, but I use a NFC ring from McLear ring for payments.
Enjoy your videos on smart watches had an issue with a DM 100 it is now on a overlay screen that I do not have access to swipe the watch to try to get it off and the scan code for the watch is no longer in my phone help please if possible
Overlay is a developer's option need to turn it off so I can have access to the DM 100 fully thank you for your time continue to make great videos
You may need to do a factory reset.
What max watch would you recommend? Thinking about getting the ticwrist max s. But don't know if I should wait for a newer model or not
I don't know when there will be a new model. It used to be that a new model came out every year. But since COVID, there doesn't seem to be any new full Android smartwatches with big screens.
On Lemfo Lem T smart watch how to install other Watch Faces? Is it possible to install Android 9 or higher without the Clock deconfiguring or losing its functions?
I have a video specifically about how to download watch faces for your device
I had brought that watch and the power button broke two days off having it I ended up getting another ticwris max 2.8 still love the screen size and functionality of it
Hi Jason
Can you help me to decide which one do I buy the ticwris max or the ticwris max s I'd be happy if you help me because I don't want to waste money
They are both solid watches. I think the key difference is the size. If you have a bigger wrist you may want to go with the MAX or if you have a smaller wrist you may want the MAX S. Again, they are both good watches.
@@JasonJ1968 thanks you've really helped me 🙂👌
hey there, have any updates been made since this?
I don't think any updates have ever been made for this device.
There's guides to install full android 12 on it which makes it an AMAZING device
Can the Dm101 do the e same update
“There’s guides” yet you can’t offer avenues to look it up. 🤔
Real 12 or custom?
Hello sir,
What smartwatch would you recommend if im looking for a standalone smartwatch that can make and recieve calls plus send and recieve whatsapp messages?
Appreciate your hard work
I'm still recommending the Ticwris Max S or Ticwris Max
Or the Lemfo LEMT
Or the DM101
lemfo lem t vs dm100 vs dm101 ?
What is your best smart watch with biggest screen Brother?
Sorry for late reply. Try any of the Ticwris or Lemfo big screen watches.
can you download apps to the watch?
Like id only get this for Spotify and have a mini music player 😂
You can download apps but I'm not sure how well-behaved they will be. I suggest the Lemfo or Ticwris watches. Apps are reliable and behave well.
I can change the wallpaper on mine. Wish I could show u. 😅
Does it have an imei etc to give cell carrier?
Good question, I'm not sure. But it does have a sim tray and you should be able to see in the vendor's advertising which cellular bands it supports. However, do not buy this watch, buy the LEMFO LEM T if you need a good big screen watch.
Hahahahaha the best Intro 😂😂😂🙏🙏🙏😹
Any ideas of what this device can be used for since it's useless as smart watch...
I haven't found a use yet!
@@JasonJ1968 I convinced AliExpress to refund the watch because it does not function properly (re: nova Launcher).. and ordered my second LEMT... The strap on my original LEMT is held together by super glue..
Can you give me the Lofmat if you have decided to trash it? 😉
I keep it on my desk to look at and admire.
As a LEMFO LEMT owner for 3 years, the APPLLP smartwatch is a far superior model in every way from Ticwris and LEMFO. I for one will be placing an order for the APPLLP watch. If you are tech savvy, then customizing the watch should be a breeze than a average user. So in my opinion, the APPLLP is a watch to buy.
LOL Are you suggesting that I am not "tech savvy"?
Hey Peter, How's your APPLLP working out for you?
Well, I just got it today and it's bad. Well, life will go on.
Yes, it's a tragedy. Too bad because it is such a beautiful device.
Its a shame that its sucks because its superior in specs than the ticwris max so the ticwris max (Because i think that the ticwris max is the most powerful big screen smartwatch please let me know if im wrong that there is a superior big screen smartwatch that isnt the appllp max) is the way to go until someone makes a big screen smartwatch that is superior than the ticwris max in every way and doesn't suck
There is the LEMFO LEMT Pro, which has the sames size screen as the APPLLP. It is a good watch, I have a video about it.
@@JasonJ1968 Is it superior than the ticwric max?
I literally wasted my money on this watch bc some UA-camrs made it look completely customizable like android should be . But this is just sad bc its capable but stuck with these dumb limitations that make all that useless smh . 250 down the dumps
Those UA-camrs get their watches for free, so they can't make videos warning you not to buy them.
I will not buythis watch. So sad.
I cannot believe that someone would wear that thing on their goddamn wrist looks like a phone strapped to your wrist
To each his own! I would be wearing that thing everyday if it worked the way it's supposed to.
Thanks for saving me from purchasing this device 👍 hopefully Lemfo adopts it so we can get more support. Maybe I'll buy it then 🙂