Ippo q8h

This cheap (40EUR) tablet is an A23 based update of the hugely popular Q88, which was based on the A13. It is currently often sold as an A13 device, even though the A23 is a serious step up from the measly A13. = Identification = The Q8H has multiple revisions, with minor variations to passive component placement.


 * Q8H-v2
 * Model Number: Q8H
 * Build Number: polaris a70H-eng 4.2.2 JDQ39 20131127 test-keys
 * This model comes with a Realtek RTL8188 wifi usb module (802.11b/g/n)


 * Q8H-v5
 * Model Number: Q8H
 * Build Number: polaris-eng 4.2.2 8089 20140103-8089
 * This model comes with ESP8089 WiFi (802.11b/g/n)

= Sunxi support =

Current status
Like all things A23, this hardware is not supported. It is however a prime target for development. For more information, check the Allwinner A23 SoC page.

Manual build specifics
= Tips, Tricks, Caveats =

Android ADB access
Standard ADB does not work out of the box. You need to provide a config file containing the usb vendor id:

mkdir ~/.android/ echo "0x1F3A" > ~/.android/adb_usb.ini

Espressif Wireless driver
There currently is no driver source available for the Espressif ESP8089. The device vendors are seriously violating the GPL.

Device disassembly
As is the case with the Q88, it is absolutely trivial to open this device. Just apply a tiny bit of pressure with a fingernail on the outer rim, and you will soon hear the clips popping.

= Adding a serial port =

An obvious serial port is available on the mainboard, to the right of the SoC, but this sadly does not produce any output under the stock android image and has not been verified yet.

= Pictures =

= Similar devices =

This hardware is sold under many guises. If it is claimed to be an A13 tablet but with a 4.2.2 android, then chances are that it is an A23 one instead.

= See also =
 * Ippo Q88
 * A23