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The '''LeapFrog Epic''' (styled as '''LeapFrog epic''') is an Android-based tablet computer produced by [[LeapFrog Enterprises]]. Released in 2015, the Epic is LeapFrog's first device to run on [[Android]]; most of LeapFrog's mobile computing devices for children run on a customized Ångström [[Linux]] distribution.
The '''nabi SE''' is an Android-based tablet computer produced by [[Mattel]] under the Fuhu Nabi line. Released in 2016, the SE runs on Android 6.0 "Marshmallow" utilising a [[MediaTek]] [[MT8127]] system-on-chip. Like some of the tablets from their lineup, a number of variants themed after popular children's franchises were also produced, differing only in bundled content, branding and certain exclusive apps e.g. streaming video players with variant-specific content; ROMs used for all nabi SE variants are largely the same and appear to be mutually compatible.


''An overview of the device can be found here on this [[wikipedia:LeapFrog Epic|Wikipedia article]].''
==Tech specs==
*1.3 Ghz MediaTek [https://www.mediatek.com/products/tablets/mt8127/ MT8127] quad-core processor<ref name="mediatek">See talk page for details.</ref>
*ARM Mali 450MP GPU<ref name="mediatek"/>
*1GB RAM
*7" capacitive touch screen with 1024x600 resolution
*16GB ROM (8GB user-accessible, expandable to 32GB with a microSD card)
*[[wikipedia:Android Marshmallow|Android 6.0 Marshmallow]] with [https://www.nabitablet.com/apps/blue-morpho-os Blue Morpho UI]
*0.3 MP front camera
*2 MP rear camera (720p video)
*2500mAh rechargeable [[wikipedia:lithium-ion battery|lithium-ion battery]]


==Tech specs==
Depending on the variant, the tablet may also come bundled with content based on characters from their respective franchises. The American Girl edition for example has videos and games featuring characters from the line, namely [[Isabelle Dance Studio]], [[Grace Sweet Shop]], [[Maryellen Rocket Rally]] and [[Scene Sounds]]. As with most children's tablets, it has parental controls built in and Google Play services.
[[File:LeapFrog Epic internals.jpg|thumb|right|A LeapFrog Epic with the back cover removed, showing its internal components.]]
 
*Display: 7-inch capacitive touchscreen with TN LCD display
==Reviews==
*Resolution: 1024x600
:*[http://www.jerseyfashionista.com/review-american-girl-tablet-powered-by-nabi/ Review by Jersey Fashionista (American Girl variant)]
*Operating System: Android 4.4.2 "KitKat"
:*[http://www.daddoes.com/13015/nabi-se-tablet-review/ nabi SE Tablet Review, A Fun, Sturdy and Kid Friendly Android Tablet]
*Processor: Quad-core, 1.3 GHz (MediaTek MT8127)
*Memory: 1GB RAM (800MB usable)
*Storage: 16GB; ~9GB available for /sdcard partition
*Micro SD Card Slot: Yes, expandable up to 32GB
*Camera - Rear: 2MP
*Camera - Front: 2MP
*Audio: 3.5mm stereo jack with microphone; rear-mounted loudspeaker
*Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
*Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
*Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
*Battery Life: 7+ hours; results will vary based on usage and settings
*Port: Micro USB
*Sensor(s): Accelerometer


==Resources==
==Resources==
===OTA update ZIPs===
===OTA update ZIPs===
The following files are incremental updates used to update an existing system to the latest build. No known official scatter or flashable ZIP files for a full system image exist; however a signed system ROM is available below.
====Regular====
Latest version: "KOT49H.user.1.9.88.20190521.111253"
*[http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions1.json JSON index for FOTA updates]


====Academy Edition====
===SP Flash Tool ROMs===
Latest version: "KOT49H.user.1.8.160.20190530.103948"
'''NOTE:''' The following ROMs can only be flashed through SP Flash Tool v5.1532. Make sure to have a full backup of your device ready before attempting any flashing procedures!
*[http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions_epic2.json FOTA JSON index for Academy Edition]
* [https://www.strawberryforum.org/board/thread-638-post-14056.html NBTY07SMKG-US-AG (American Girl edition - ABD7AG20160823A00)]
* [https://www.4shared.com/s/fUzxacJrUfi NBTY07SMKG-US (vanilla Nabi SE)]
* [https://www.strawberryforum.org/board/thread-656.html NBTY07SMKG-US-HW (Hot Wheels edition)]
* [https://www.strawberryforum.org/board/thread-655.html NBTY07SMKG-US-BB (Barbie edition)]


====LeapPad Academy====
===Demo to retail conversion===
Latest version: "KOT49H.user.1.1.171.20190530.155308"
* [https://mega.nz/#!HxQGWA5Z!7A4N1FDWeSDGBFG3ASmLydWqjeIUP8z253HXZJ7Cxpk nabi SE Demo to Retail conversion kit (testers needed)]
*[http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions_epic3.json FOTA JSON index for LeapPad Academy]


===Custom recovery images===
===Custom recovery images===
*[https://github.com/huckleberrypie/device_quanta_narnia/releases TWRP 3.3.1-1 for Academy Edition (may work on the regular and demo editions)]
*[https://github.com/huckleberrypie/device_Mattel_NabiSE TWRP port for the vanilla Nabi SE]
*[https://github.com/huckleberrypie/device_Mattel_NabiSE/releases/tag/1.0-AG TWRP port for the Nabi American Girl tablet]


===Sideloading APKs===
==Extra stuff==
A guide for enabling Unknown Sources can be found [http://www.leapfrog.com/en-us/support/products/leapfrog-epic/sideloading here]. Note that you need to update your Epic to a later build to be able to access the App Center settings directly from the Parents menu.
*[https://www.strawberryforum.org/board/thread-639.html Custom boot animations]


There are two ways to install APKs, one through downloading stuff off the Browser, and the more advanced method being ADB.
== Known variants ==
=== NBTY07SMKG-US / Nabi SE ===
::* Stock ROMs
:::* 3.0.9 - ABD7TY20160831A00


For the latter, you'll need to download the latest [https://www.xda-developers.com/google-releases-separate-adb-and-fastboot-binary-downloads/ ADB and Fastboot binaries], install the necessary drivers, and enable USB debugging. You can access developer options using this [https://huckleberrypie57.blogspot.com/2017/02/leapfrog-epic-part-1-hidden-lock-screen.html guide I wrote], but instead of tapping on Unlock selection, look for the Developer options menu item and tap it, then tick USB debugging to enable ADB mode.
=== NBTY07SMKG-US-AG / Nabi SE (American Girl) ===
::* Stock ROMs
:::* 3.0.10 - ABD7AG20160823A00


Now plug your Epic to a computer, then using a command prompt, run the following command:
=== NBTY07SMKG-US-BB / Nabi SE (Barbie) ===
::* Stock ROMs
:::* 3.0.9 - ABD7BB20160823A00


<tt>adb devices</tt>
=== NBTY07SMKG-US-HW / Nabi SE (Hot Wheels) ===
::* Stock ROMs
:::* ???


You should get an authorisation screen, and make sure to tick the checkbox so it would be authorised the next time you plug your device in. The command prompt should also display something along the lines of this:
=== NBTY07SMKG-US-DM / Nabi SE (Store Demo Unit) ===
::* Stock ROMs
:::* 3.0


<tt>1111111111111111        device</tt>
=== NBTY07SMKG-US-TF / Nabi SE (Thomas and Friends; cancelled) ===
::* Stock ROMs
:::* ???


Once that's done, you may now install APKs using this method. To do so, key in the following:
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
<tt>adb install foobar.apk</tt>
File:American Girl Nabi tablet.jpg|The American Girl variant
 
File:AG Tablet lockscreen.jpg|Ditto
where foobar.apk could be any APK file you have lying around. If done correctly, it should show up on the application menu.
File:AG Nabi.jpg|Running Nova Launcher
 
File:AG Nabi nova homescreen.png|Mostly because Nabi Mode lags like molasses.
===Signed ROM backups===
File:AG Nabi nova app drawer.png|Yup.
====Epic Academy Edition====
</gallery>
* [https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117902657 v1.1.95]
* [https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117908682 v1.8.160]
* [https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261819358 v1.8.804]
 
====LeapPad Academy====
* [https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261738402 v1.1.171]
 
P.S.: If you're getting a signature error upon flashing, try unticking SEC_RO and then try again. You might also want to flash the whole package in case you get a boot logo loop especially after flashing a TWRP recovery image.
 
===Demo to retail conversion===
See [https://huckleberrypie57.blogspot.com/2017/05/may-i-interest-you-in-yet-another.html this blog post] for details.


===Google Apps and root===
==References==
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56XdXJbFbjQ Install TWRP, Google Play and SuperSU root on your LeapFrog Epic]
<references/>


===Useful apps===
==External links==
*[http://f-droid.org F-Droid]: FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) app store
*[https://www.nabitablet.com/nabi-se nabi SE]
**[https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=file+manager+pro&fdid=com.michaldabski.filemanager File Manager Pro]: Useful for accessing files and apps on your Epic; the device lacks a file manager other than a simple gallery, so this is a must-have especially for parents who frequently sideload content on their children's devices.
*[https://www.nabitablet.com/nabi-americangirl American Girl Tablet]
**[https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdid=de.szalkowski.activitylauncher Activity Launcher]: There's more to it than what's on your home screen. ;)
*[https://www.nabitablet.com/nabi-barbie Barbie Tablet]
**[https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=newpipe&fdid=org.schabi.newpipe NewPipe]: Not as polished as the official YouTube client, but hey, 'tis better than nothing, right?
*[https://www.nabitablet.com/nabi-hotwheels Hot Wheels Tablet]
**[https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=%2Fr%2Fandroid&fdid=subreddit.android.appstore /r/Android App store]: Yet another Google Play Store alternative
*[https://tcrf.net/Nabi_SE Nabi SE at The Cutting Room Floor]
**[https://f-droid.org/app/org.strawberryforum.pollywog Pollywog]: A small control panel for the Epic, of which I aim to be an all-in-one utility some day.
*[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=gundhus.DeveloperOptions Developer Options]: LeapFrog locked out access to the hidden developer options by default; this allows access to ADB mode amongst other things with just one click. Make sure to hide it from your child's home screen though.
*[http://forums.crackberry.com/android-apps-amazon-store-apk-files-f413/how-patch-android-apps-depending-google-maps-google-play-services-914930/ Play Services Patcher]: Is your son or daughter begging you to install YouTube (Kids) on their Epic? Just patch [http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/youtube-kids/youtube-kids-2-07-2-release/youtube-kids-2-07-2-9-android-apk-download/ the YT Kids client] using the tool, sideload it, and enjoy.
*[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ROPROP.recentapps_button&hl=en Recent Apps Button]: Another day, another dummied out feature waiting to be re-enabled. :p
*[http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer Xposed Installer] is also a must-have when rooted, as it allows you to do all sorts of neat stuff like restoring lost functionality as described [http://spiffyhacks.com/thread-1080-post-6056.html#pid6056 here].


==Misc. notes==
{{stub}}
[[File:Epic DiSA lock.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Trust me, I bought this thing.]]
*Apparently, certain North American SKUs of the Epic especially those made after March 2017, come with a product activation scheme designed to deter shoplifting, i.e. black-market reselling of stolen goods. Upon purchase of the Epic (or any other tablet with such a scheme), users are prompted to enter a code given by the seller, or retrieving an activation code off [https://getyourcode.com/ this site]. One hacker claimed to be offering a workaround for this issue, and this may be defeated through other means, but for legal reasons I may not come up with a workaround for this unless a user with an affected Epic has enough evidence that his/her Epic is legitimately purchased.
*Also, those on build 1.7.18 (KOT49H.user.1.7.18.20170327.110821) may experience streaming video issues with sites such as YouTube, LeapSearch, Netflix or Vimeo regardless of client. They video may play for a moment, but will eventually glitch out and/or outright stop with an error. No fix has been made by LeapFrog yet as of {{CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{CURRENTYEAR}}, much to the dismay of irate parents who took to Facebook and expressed their dismay over VTech/LeapFrog's handling of the bug. A workaround would be to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpUgI8ZSkP4 flash the signed Academy Edition 1.1.95 ROM] using SP Flash Tool.


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Revision as of 05:41, 10 May 2023

Nabi SE.jpeg

The nabi SE is an Android-based tablet computer produced by Mattel under the Fuhu Nabi line. Released in 2016, the SE runs on Android 6.0 "Marshmallow" utilising a MediaTek MT8127 system-on-chip. Like some of the tablets from their lineup, a number of variants themed after popular children's franchises were also produced, differing only in bundled content, branding and certain exclusive apps e.g. streaming video players with variant-specific content; ROMs used for all nabi SE variants are largely the same and appear to be mutually compatible.

Tech specs

Depending on the variant, the tablet may also come bundled with content based on characters from their respective franchises. The American Girl edition for example has videos and games featuring characters from the line, namely Isabelle Dance Studio, Grace Sweet Shop, Maryellen Rocket Rally and Scene Sounds. As with most children's tablets, it has parental controls built in and Google Play services.

Reviews

Resources

OTA update ZIPs

SP Flash Tool ROMs

NOTE: The following ROMs can only be flashed through SP Flash Tool v5.1532. Make sure to have a full backup of your device ready before attempting any flashing procedures!

Demo to retail conversion

Custom recovery images

Extra stuff

Known variants

NBTY07SMKG-US / Nabi SE

  • Stock ROMs
  • 3.0.9 - ABD7TY20160831A00

NBTY07SMKG-US-AG / Nabi SE (American Girl)

  • Stock ROMs
  • 3.0.10 - ABD7AG20160823A00

NBTY07SMKG-US-BB / Nabi SE (Barbie)

  • Stock ROMs
  • 3.0.9 - ABD7BB20160823A00

NBTY07SMKG-US-HW / Nabi SE (Hot Wheels)

  • Stock ROMs
  • ???

NBTY07SMKG-US-DM / Nabi SE (Store Demo Unit)

  • Stock ROMs
  • 3.0

NBTY07SMKG-US-TF / Nabi SE (Thomas and Friends; cancelled)

  • Stock ROMs
  • ???

Gallery

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 See talk page for details.

External links