https://forum.pine64.org/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:03:45 +0000 MyBB https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20347 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:17:06 +0000 highjumpman]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20347
I humbly present SlateOS, a new open-source firmware for the PineTime, which supports Javascript sub-apps that can be sideloaded without changing the firmware. 
Its low-level functions are based on InfiniTime and in turn FreeRTOS, so a big thank you to all those involved in these projects!

https://github.com/LeaCreative/SlateOS

I love my PineTime and wanted to be able to easily create apps for it. So I came up with the idea of using the watch as a thin client for my Android phone. In offline mode, the  SlateOS offers watch face, step counter and heart rate sensing. Connect it to the companion app on your phone and you can open the app launcher, which the app populates. The JS sub-apps, basically packaged JS code, run on your phone in the companion app, which tells the watch what to draw and accepts user input. This enables use of the phone's hardware, such as its GPS receiver. In the companion app you can select which sub-apps you want listed in SlateOS' launcher. You can write your own JS sub-apps and I can't wait to see what you come up with! Just please read the sub-app rules doc, so that you'll be able to get it right.

Cheers,
Daniel
 
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I humbly present SlateOS, a new open-source firmware for the PineTime, which supports Javascript sub-apps that can be sideloaded without changing the firmware. 
Its low-level functions are based on InfiniTime and in turn FreeRTOS, so a big thank you to all those involved in these projects!

https://github.com/LeaCreative/SlateOS

I love my PineTime and wanted to be able to easily create apps for it. So I came up with the idea of using the watch as a thin client for my Android phone. In offline mode, the  SlateOS offers watch face, step counter and heart rate sensing. Connect it to the companion app on your phone and you can open the app launcher, which the app populates. The JS sub-apps, basically packaged JS code, run on your phone in the companion app, which tells the watch what to draw and accepts user input. This enables use of the phone's hardware, such as its GPS receiver. In the companion app you can select which sub-apps you want listed in SlateOS' launcher. You can write your own JS sub-apps and I can't wait to see what you come up with! Just please read the sub-app rules doc, so that you'll be able to get it right.

Cheers,
Daniel
 
Pics:




]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20320 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:05:49 +0000 sabersoul1217]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20320
I can pair the watch to my Pixel 10 Pro that is running Android 17 both via normal pairing and via Gadgetbridge without issue, but the watch constantly disconnects and reconnects.

When I try to update the firmware via Gadgetbridge, it will get to a random percentage and then disconnect, failing to update the firmware.

I removed Gadgetbridge, deleted the Pinetime from my phone, installed NRF Connect, then tried the update again through that.  The watch screen will change to FW update screen and stay at 0% while NRF Connect will get to a random percentage of the upload before the watch reboots.

I tried https://infinitimeexplorer.netlify.app/ through the current version of Chrome on my Windows 11 25H2 laptop and I get the same behavior as NRF Connect.

I have charged the watch fully, tried the update both on and off the charger, rebooted the watch as well as my phone and laptop multiple times and the behavior is the same.

Does anyone know what else I can try?]]>
I can pair the watch to my Pixel 10 Pro that is running Android 17 both via normal pairing and via Gadgetbridge without issue, but the watch constantly disconnects and reconnects.

When I try to update the firmware via Gadgetbridge, it will get to a random percentage and then disconnect, failing to update the firmware.

I removed Gadgetbridge, deleted the Pinetime from my phone, installed NRF Connect, then tried the update again through that.  The watch screen will change to FW update screen and stay at 0% while NRF Connect will get to a random percentage of the upload before the watch reboots.

I tried https://infinitimeexplorer.netlify.app/ through the current version of Chrome on my Windows 11 25H2 laptop and I get the same behavior as NRF Connect.

I have charged the watch fully, tried the update both on and off the charger, rebooted the watch as well as my phone and laptop multiple times and the behavior is the same.

Does anyone know what else I can try?]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20265 Thu, 07 May 2026 09:37:08 +0000 PerfectJam]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20265
I have a PineTime purchased in March 2023. When I first used it, the touchscreen was working perfectly.

I then left the watch unused for approximately 2 years. When I powered it back on, the touchscreen was no longer responding correctly, it feels like it is miscalibrated: inputs are not registered where I tap, or swipes are not recognized reliably.

I just updated the firmware to 1.16.0 (from 1.11.0), but the issue persists.

My assumption is that this may be a hardware degradation issue (deep discharge during storage) rather than a firmware problem, but I wanted to check here before concluding.

Has anyone experienced a similar issue after long-term storage? Is there any known fix or workaround short of hardware intervention?

Thanks and cheers !]]>
I have a PineTime purchased in March 2023. When I first used it, the touchscreen was working perfectly.

I then left the watch unused for approximately 2 years. When I powered it back on, the touchscreen was no longer responding correctly, it feels like it is miscalibrated: inputs are not registered where I tap, or swipes are not recognized reliably.

I just updated the firmware to 1.16.0 (from 1.11.0), but the issue persists.

My assumption is that this may be a hardware degradation issue (deep discharge during storage) rather than a firmware problem, but I wanted to check here before concluding.

Has anyone experienced a similar issue after long-term storage? Is there any known fix or workaround short of hardware intervention?

Thanks and cheers !]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20264 Thu, 07 May 2026 09:36:58 +0000 PerfectJam]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20264
I have a PineTime purchased in March 2023. When I first used it, the touchscreen was working perfectly.

I then left the watch unused for approximately 2 years. When I powered it back on, the touchscreen was no longer responding correctly, it feels like it is miscalibrated: inputs are not registered where I tap, or swipes are not recognized reliably.

I just updated the firmware to 1.16.0 (from 1.11.0), but the issue persists.

My assumption is that this may be a hardware degradation issue (deep discharge during storage) rather than a firmware problem, but I wanted to check here before concluding.

Has anyone experienced a similar issue after long-term storage? Is there any known fix or workaround short of hardware intervention?

Thanks and cheers !]]>
I have a PineTime purchased in March 2023. When I first used it, the touchscreen was working perfectly.

I then left the watch unused for approximately 2 years. When I powered it back on, the touchscreen was no longer responding correctly, it feels like it is miscalibrated: inputs are not registered where I tap, or swipes are not recognized reliably.

I just updated the firmware to 1.16.0 (from 1.11.0), but the issue persists.

My assumption is that this may be a hardware degradation issue (deep discharge during storage) rather than a firmware problem, but I wanted to check here before concluding.

Has anyone experienced a similar issue after long-term storage? Is there any known fix or workaround short of hardware intervention?

Thanks and cheers !]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20254 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:08:52 +0000 chris.burmajster]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20254
My Pine time is dead. It won't charge from its cradle. Is there anything I can do to make it work?

Chris]]>
My Pine time is dead. It won't charge from its cradle. Is there anything I can do to make it work?

Chris]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20152 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 08:23:12 +0000 sophiasmith]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20152 https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20084 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:48:11 +0000 alicesphere]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20084 Rock64 (4GB) board from Pine64 and I’m excited to start using it for some home server projects. I’ve mostly used x86 machines before, so I’m still learning the best practices for ARM-based SBCs. I’d appreciate advice from more experienced users here.

[*]Which Ubuntu Server version do you recommend for Rock64? I saw that there are several flavors (22.04, 24.04, etc.). Which one offers the best stability and performance?
[*]About Storage setup, I plan to run the system from an NVMe SSD via an M.2 adapter. Does anyone have experience with the setup speed, boot reliability, and any specific quirks to watch out for?
[*]I’m really looking forward to learning from everyone’s experience and getting this setup working well. Thanks in advance for your help!]]> Rock64 (4GB) board from Pine64 and I’m excited to start using it for some home server projects. I’ve mostly used x86 machines before, so I’m still learning the best practices for ARM-based SBCs. I’d appreciate advice from more experienced users here.

[*]Which Ubuntu Server version do you recommend for Rock64? I saw that there are several flavors (22.04, 24.04, etc.). Which one offers the best stability and performance?
[*]About Storage setup, I plan to run the system from an NVMe SSD via an M.2 adapter. Does anyone have experience with the setup speed, boot reliability, and any specific quirks to watch out for?
[*]I’m really looking forward to learning from everyone’s experience and getting this setup working well. Thanks in advance for your help!]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20033 Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:13:51 +0000 dhdurgee]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20033
Gadgetbridge tells me that my PineTime is in control of the data syncing.  It seems to take a while before I see an update from the PineTime showing in Gadgetbridge.  I assume there is a setting somewhere to change how frequently data updates are sent to Gadgetbridge.  Where is that setting located?

Dave]]>
Gadgetbridge tells me that my PineTime is in control of the data syncing.  It seems to take a while before I see an update from the PineTime showing in Gadgetbridge.  I assume there is a setting somewhere to change how frequently data updates are sent to Gadgetbridge.  Where is that setting located?

Dave]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20014 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:41:25 +0000 dhdurgee]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=20014  
I currently keep an eye on my Fitbit using the https://dashboard.exercise.quest/ website on my laptop.  I used to sync my Fitbit using their USB dongle until they dropped support. This forced me to get a junk phone to use with their Android app to sync it.

The final straw leading to my migration was Google insisting I had to migrate my Fitbit into their account.  That along with the decrepit state of my device led to my decision to migrate.

I intend to take them up on their offer to download my Fitbit historic data once I have the Pinetime configured to take over its function.  I would hope to be able to integrate this into new data from the Pinetime at some point.

The wiki indicates there are multiple ways to manage and work with my new Pinetime.  I have a laptop running Linux mint 22 and an Android 16 phone.  I would prefer to be able to monitor things from my laptop as I currently do and a data display similar to the webpage noted above would be great.  As the Pinetime has many more features than the Flex 2 I also see reasons to connect with my phone.

Can the Pinetime display incoming caller-ID information from the phone?  Can the Pinetime be used to accept or decline a call?  These functions would be great to have as I could then leave my phone in my pocket and deal with a call.  If the Pinetime could also be used to originate a call that would also be handy.

The heart monitoring functions of the Pinetime are new to me as the Flex 2 doesn't have that.  In addition to heart rate can it detect heart rhythm issues?  It would be good to be alerted to these in time to seek medical attention before they become acute.  If it can detect a myocardial infarction to initiate an emergency call great.

Does the Pinetime have a fall detection feature?  As I am a 72 year old a bad fall can be life threatening and it would be great if an emergency call could be initiated in case of a fall leaving me non-responsive.

As a newcomer to Pinetime I would appreciate any recommendations for which tools are best suited for me. I ordered the dev kit as it offers more possible options, but that might have been an overreach on my part.  I have been working with Linux for a number of years, but I am mostly an end user as opposed to a developer.

Thank you in advance for your guidance to a new Pinetime user.

Dave]]>  
I currently keep an eye on my Fitbit using the https://dashboard.exercise.quest/ website on my laptop.  I used to sync my Fitbit using their USB dongle until they dropped support. This forced me to get a junk phone to use with their Android app to sync it.

The final straw leading to my migration was Google insisting I had to migrate my Fitbit into their account.  That along with the decrepit state of my device led to my decision to migrate.

I intend to take them up on their offer to download my Fitbit historic data once I have the Pinetime configured to take over its function.  I would hope to be able to integrate this into new data from the Pinetime at some point.

The wiki indicates there are multiple ways to manage and work with my new Pinetime.  I have a laptop running Linux mint 22 and an Android 16 phone.  I would prefer to be able to monitor things from my laptop as I currently do and a data display similar to the webpage noted above would be great.  As the Pinetime has many more features than the Flex 2 I also see reasons to connect with my phone.

Can the Pinetime display incoming caller-ID information from the phone?  Can the Pinetime be used to accept or decline a call?  These functions would be great to have as I could then leave my phone in my pocket and deal with a call.  If the Pinetime could also be used to originate a call that would also be handy.

The heart monitoring functions of the Pinetime are new to me as the Flex 2 doesn't have that.  In addition to heart rate can it detect heart rhythm issues?  It would be good to be alerted to these in time to seek medical attention before they become acute.  If it can detect a myocardial infarction to initiate an emergency call great.

Does the Pinetime have a fall detection feature?  As I am a 72 year old a bad fall can be life threatening and it would be great if an emergency call could be initiated in case of a fall leaving me non-responsive.

As a newcomer to Pinetime I would appreciate any recommendations for which tools are best suited for me. I ordered the dev kit as it offers more possible options, but that might have been an overreach on my part.  I have been working with Linux for a number of years, but I am mostly an end user as opposed to a developer.

Thank you in advance for your guidance to a new Pinetime user.

Dave]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19987 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:41:42 +0000 elver]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19987 My sealed Pinetime arrived today, I placed it on the charger, it booted, I set the time, a few seconds later it rebooted and is now stuck at the green pinecone logo at about 75%, nothing is appearing in gadget bridge or nRF Connect, hardware button is unresponsive, is there any way to contact Pine64 as I think I may have received a bad unit?

Currently I'm trying to let the battery completely drain but that is going to take days.]]> My sealed Pinetime arrived today, I placed it on the charger, it booted, I set the time, a few seconds later it rebooted and is now stuck at the green pinecone logo at about 75%, nothing is appearing in gadget bridge or nRF Connect, hardware button is unresponsive, is there any way to contact Pine64 as I think I may have received a bad unit?

Currently I'm trying to let the battery completely drain but that is going to take days.]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19920 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:25:37 +0000 oscar-gardiazabal]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19920
I’m excited to share a project I’ve been building called RoutineHero — a customized version of InfiniTime for the PineTime smartwatch, designed specifically to help young children follow daily routines.

Why I built it
My 3-year-old was struggling with basic daily routines like getting dressed, brushing teeth, or going to bed. I wanted to help him build independence without needing constant reminders — but I couldn’t find anything out there designed for that.
So I created RoutineHero: a non-distracting smartwatch that helps young children understand and follow their day.

---

What is RoutineHero?

• Custom OS based on InfiniTime, made for young kids
  
• Routine alerts with kid-friendly icons + gentle vibration feedback
  
• Companion Android app lets parents configure tasks, icons..
  
• Super simple interface — no distractions, games, or messages
  

---

Open Source on GitHub
All code and setup instructions are available here:
https://github.com/trollderiu/InfiniTime-RoutineHero
Try it out! I’d love feedback, ideas, and collaborators.

---

Looking for Advice: Licensing, Sales, and Bulk Orders
I’d love to make RoutineHero available to other parents — especially those who don’t know how to flash firmware or build from source.
I’m currently exploring the idea of offering pre-configured PineTime watches with RoutineHero installed. If I go forward, it will be under a new name and with full credit to PineTime and InfiniTime.

I have a few key questions and would really appreciate advice from this community:

• Is it okay to sell PineTime-based devices with a custom OS, as long as I don’t present it as an official Pine64 product?
  
• Can I purchase PineTime devices in bulk directly or through official distributors?
  
• What are the best practices to respect the spirit and licensing of InfiniTime, PineTime, and the broader community?
  
  

If you’ve been through a similar journey — or are part of the Pine64 team — I’d be very grateful for your insight.
RoutineHero began as a small project to help my own child — now I’d love to share it with others, while giving back and respecting the amazing open-source community that made it possible ❤️

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts,
Oscar Gardiazabal

Thank you!]]>
I’m excited to share a project I’ve been building called RoutineHero — a customized version of InfiniTime for the PineTime smartwatch, designed specifically to help young children follow daily routines.

Why I built it
My 3-year-old was struggling with basic daily routines like getting dressed, brushing teeth, or going to bed. I wanted to help him build independence without needing constant reminders — but I couldn’t find anything out there designed for that.
So I created RoutineHero: a non-distracting smartwatch that helps young children understand and follow their day.

---

What is RoutineHero?

• Custom OS based on InfiniTime, made for young kids
  
• Routine alerts with kid-friendly icons + gentle vibration feedback
  
• Companion Android app lets parents configure tasks, icons..
  
• Super simple interface — no distractions, games, or messages
  

---

Open Source on GitHub
All code and setup instructions are available here:
https://github.com/trollderiu/InfiniTime-RoutineHero
Try it out! I’d love feedback, ideas, and collaborators.

---

Looking for Advice: Licensing, Sales, and Bulk Orders
I’d love to make RoutineHero available to other parents — especially those who don’t know how to flash firmware or build from source.
I’m currently exploring the idea of offering pre-configured PineTime watches with RoutineHero installed. If I go forward, it will be under a new name and with full credit to PineTime and InfiniTime.

I have a few key questions and would really appreciate advice from this community:

• Is it okay to sell PineTime-based devices with a custom OS, as long as I don’t present it as an official Pine64 product?
  
• Can I purchase PineTime devices in bulk directly or through official distributors?
  
• What are the best practices to respect the spirit and licensing of InfiniTime, PineTime, and the broader community?
  
  

If you’ve been through a similar journey — or are part of the Pine64 team — I’d be very grateful for your insight.
RoutineHero began as a small project to help my own child — now I’d love to share it with others, while giving back and respecting the amazing open-source community that made it possible ❤️

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts,
Oscar Gardiazabal

Thank you!]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19842 Mon, 26 May 2025 14:38:01 +0000 elix]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19842
I was using gadgetbridge and everything worked perfectly on my old phone. With InfiniLink being the only app for iPhone I can’t seem to get texts to go to my PineTime. Am I missing something or is that option not available? It seems weather isn’t available either.

Thanks!]]>
I was using gadgetbridge and everything worked perfectly on my old phone. With InfiniLink being the only app for iPhone I can’t seem to get texts to go to my PineTime. Am I missing something or is that option not available? It seems weather isn’t available either.

Thanks!]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19821 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:31:27 +0000 worik]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19821
I have my Pinetime unboxed, and charged

I have Gadget Bridge from fdroid.  I think it is bridged.  

What now?

Is there any comprehensive documentation anywhere?

For example:  How do I find out how to set the time?

cheers
Worik]]>
I have my Pinetime unboxed, and charged

I have Gadget Bridge from fdroid.  I think it is bridged.  

What now?

Is there any comprehensive documentation anywhere?

For example:  How do I find out how to set the time?

cheers
Worik]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19799 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:24:27 +0000 chris.burmajster]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19799
I have a Pine Time which was (slightly) bricked, in that it had 1.5.0 on it, a mistake when I should have put 1.15.0 on it. So as it was just $26, I bought another one. When it arrived I put it on charge and waited until it had 68% charge. But it would not do anything, so I put it back on charge. I waited until it had 100% charge and then I was able to use it. I put 1.15.0 on it and it works!

So, I wondered, what about the old pine time? I put it on charge and waited until it was at 100%. Then I used Siglo on my Pine Phone and it not only paired, but allowed me to put 1.15.0 on it! So I now have 2 pine times and I thought that this would be usefull to anybody like me who was just stuck!

Chris Burmajster]]>
I have a Pine Time which was (slightly) bricked, in that it had 1.5.0 on it, a mistake when I should have put 1.15.0 on it. So as it was just $26, I bought another one. When it arrived I put it on charge and waited until it had 68% charge. But it would not do anything, so I put it back on charge. I waited until it had 100% charge and then I was able to use it. I put 1.15.0 on it and it works!

So, I wondered, what about the old pine time? I put it on charge and waited until it was at 100%. Then I used Siglo on my Pine Phone and it not only paired, but allowed me to put 1.15.0 on it! So I now have 2 pine times and I thought that this would be usefull to anybody like me who was just stuck!

Chris Burmajster]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19762 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 21:51:50 +0000 YoungRechnitz]]> https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=19762