Pro¹ X – state of production and delivery

[VaZso 1,998]

They have posted another update here:

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by FX Technology

May 5, 2022 • 7:15PM

26 minutes ago

Pro1-X Manufacturing Update - May

Dear Pro1-X Backers,

Here is another brief update for you all regarding Pro1-X production:

• We are all booked in and confirmed to start mass manufacturing on Tuesday 10th May. 
• As per the manufacturing timeline, we shared with you all in April, we are still on track to start mass shipping your Pro1-Xs around mid to late May!

We will share more photos with you all once the mass assembly line has begun next week.

Team Fxtec 🙂

 

[jlavi 112]

I just got an SMS from a DHL Express shipment from HONG KONG SAR, CHINA from "Bailun" having been picked today at 20:02. It could be the spare battery I have  ordered.

I doubt it is the phone. I don't think they have yet the technology which would allow shipping items before they are manufactured.

edit: Turned out this was not FxTec shipment but from Win Source, an electronics component distributor.

Edited May 10, 2022 by jlavi

[marmistrz 93]

I remember reading somewhere that the Pro1x was supposed to have a massive camera upgrade (to a 48MP sensor) but I can't find it on fxtec.com. Was the plan eventually abandoned?

[jsreed5 31]

33 minutes ago, marmistrz said:

I remember reading somewhere that the Pro1x was supposed to have a massive camera upgrade (to a 48MP sensor) but I can't find it on fxtec.com. Was the plan eventually abandoned?

The first mention of an upgraded camera sensor was in F(x)tec's February 2021 update on IGG, the same update in which the SD662 chipset was revealed.

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We are upgrading the camera module to the latest 48MP Sony IMX586 Sensor to take advantage of the Snapdragon 662’s support for larger camera sensors.

F(x)tec appear to have come through with this. The first image of the new sensor was in their June 2021 update.

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The new 48MP camera module has arrived and is ready to tune.

Mentioned again in their August 2021 update, and most recently in their October 2021 update:

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The new IMX586 camera module is now fully functioning, with the autofocus and flashlight fully refined for capturing the perfect pic!

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Despite the global shortage and delays regarding a lot of electronic components and chipsets this year, we have secured all the necessary components required to begin production. This includes the Qualcomm SoC parts, camera sensor, screen (which are currently in short supply).

As final assembly is beginning now, I assume it's safe to say they have all the sensors now, and they will be included with the Pro1 X.

Edited May 10, 2022 by jsreed5

[marmistrz 93]

int

2 minutes ago, jsreed5 said:

The first mention of an upgraded camera sensor was in F(x)tec's February 2021 update on IGG, the same update in which the SD662 chipset was revealed.

F(x)tec appear to have come through with this. The first image of the new sensor was in their June 2021 update.

Mentioned again in their August 2021 update, and most recently in their October 2021 update:

As final assembly is beginning now, I assume it's safe to say they have all the sensors now, and they will be included with the Pro1 X.

thanks. I was confused by the fact that their webpage still mentions the IMX363: https://fxtec.com/pro1x

[EskeRahn 5,459]

6 hours ago, marmistrz said:

int

thanks. I was confused by the fact that their webpage still mentions the IMX363: https://fxtec.com/pro1x

Let us tag @Erik to so if he can get the page corrected.

[VaZso 1,998]

Another official update about manufacturing has been begun at here:

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by FX Technology

May 11, 2022 • 1:19PM

8 minutes ago

Pro1-X Manufacturing Update - May

Dear Pro1-X Backers,

Pro1-X mass manufacturing has officially begun!

Take a look at some of the recent photos and videos sent from the factory:

 

With assembly now well underway, we still expect to start shipping your devices in mid to late May. We would just like to remind you all one last time, to double-check your shipping address to ensure that everything is correct before shipping begins.

As always, thank you all for your continued patience and support - we can not wait for you to receive your new and exclusive Pro1-Xs!

Team Fxtec 🙂

 

[Fxtecish 42]

I wrote to Chen about the problems in their detailes in early spring and he thanked and fixed some errors about dates and stuff but not everything and didn't answer my further mails or correct the other errors.

[suicidal_orange 100]

On 5/10/2022 at 11:39 PM, EskeRahn said:

Let us tag @Erik to so if he can get the page corrected.

Is he still alive/working at Fxtec?  According to his profile his last visit was November 😟

[EskeRahn 5,459]

1 hour ago, suicidal_orange said:

Is he still alive/working at Fxtec?  According to his profile his last visit was November 😟

Oh! I was unaware - maybe he isn't then?

[suicidal_orange 100]

1 hour ago, EskeRahn said:

Oh! I was unaware - maybe he isn't then?

Only looked because I didn't remember seeing a response the last couple of times you tagged him, I have no insider information.

[Rob. S. 1,660]

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	posted by FX Technology May 18, 2022 • 9:13AM PDT
Pro1-X Manufacturing Update - May
Dear Pro1-X Backers, We hope you are all well 🙂 Here is a quick update for you with some more behind-the-scenes footage of Pro1-X production: Watch on Vimeo Watch on Vimeo Watch on Vimeo We are making great progress with the manufacturing of devices, and will be sending out more information regarding shipping dates and expected delivery in due course.   As always, thank you all for your continued patience and support - we can not wait for you to receive your new and exclusive Pro1-Xs! Team Fxtec 🙂

🙂

[silversolver 849]

I am toying with ordering one of these. Hmm. I still have my Pro1 and have no real objection other than I need to change my screen because the digitizer goes bananas sometimes. I like the improvements in the X, but doubt it will make any real improvement in my life. What to do.....

[EskeRahn 5,459]

3 hours ago, silversolver said:

I am toying with ordering one of these. Hmm. I still have my Pro1 and have no real objection other than I need to change my screen because the digitizer goes bananas sometimes. I like the improvements in the X, but doubt it will make any real improvement in my life. What to do.....

"Either you are with us, or against us"

😇

[VaZso 1,998]

7 hours ago, silversolver said:

I am toying with ordering one of these. Hmm. I still have my Pro1 and have no real objection other than I need to change my screen because the digitizer goes bananas sometimes. I like the improvements in the X, but doubt it will make any real improvement in my life. What to do.....

I have ordered one - better to have more than having none of a keyboard phone. 😄

[jlavi 112]

4 hours ago, VaZso said:

I have ordered one - better to have more than having none of a keyboard phone. 😄

Me too. Better to have one usable KB phone than three unusable & outdated.

[EskeRahn 5,459]

14 hours ago, jlavi said:

Me too. Better to have one usable KB phone than three unusable & outdated.

Now that is good logic for ordering more than one ... 😁

[silversolver 849]

4 hours ago, EskeRahn said:

Now that is good logic for ordering more than one ... 😁

There was discussion back in the early days of sending you a shipping container full of them. :)

[matf-kabouik 414]

From the latest update:

The available engraving area must have been increased in the end. I remember mine (top left, IGG contest reward) used all available space in height and width in the demonstration render they provided, but I see the lunar module in the bottom row is much higher. Not a complaint at all, it is good news for those who wanted bigger logos!

Edited May 24, 2022 by matf

[Rob. S. 1,660]

Here's the complete message:

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	posted by FX Technology May 24, 2022 • 5:29AM PDT
Pro1-X Manufacturing Update - May
Dear Pro1-X backers, Here are the latest manufacturing and shipping updates: Mass Manufacturing As you can see from our last two updates, the factory has been hard at work assembling your Pro1-X’s. Due to the intricate design of this device and its unique hardware features, we have imposed thorough QC checks at multiple stages of the production line to ensure the highest quality standards are met.  Engraved Devices Our team has also almost finished the engraved Pro1-X perks. Check out some of the engraving designs below: OS Development Whilst our manufacturing and assembly line is full steam ahead, there is a slight delay with the OS development.  Switching from the SD835 to SD662 chipset has meant that existing development for Ubuntu Touch and Lineage OS is no longer applicable. The software and hardware functionality must be re-done for the new SD662 chipset.   Community developers have been sent pre-production units, but are still undergoing thorough testing for Lineage OS, and Ubuntu Touch OS. This process can not be rushed because we want to make sure that your Pro1-X’s are shipped with full useability and functionality.  With this in mind, those that have opted for Lineage OS or Ubuntu Touch OS will have to wait slightly longer before their order can be shipped. Once the community development team is happy with the status of both OS’s we can continue to ship your devices! Please note, that delayed shipping does not apply to Android OS backers. Those that have opted for Android OS will still receive their Pro1-X’s once mass manufacturing has finished.  Lineage OS & Ubuntu Touch OS backers: Please choose from the following options: Keep your chosen OS & wait for developers to finish software testing. Your Pro1-X will be shipped slightly later than Android backers.  Change your OS to Android. Your Pro1-X will now ship with Android OS instead of Lineage or Ubuntu OS, and your perk will be shipped with no delays.  Email info@fxtec.com. Subject: ‘Indiegogo Android OS’ Include your full name and contribution number. Please note, if you change your OS to Android we will provide documentation on how to flash your Pro1-X to Lineage OS or Ubuntu Touch OS yourself (once the software is available to use and stable).  Shipping   The factory has almost finished assembly, which means that your Pro1-X’s are just about ready to ship!  We are just waiting on the final GMS tests to be approved before we can go ahead with the OS flashing and mass shipment of devices. Whilst we do not expect this to take any longer than 2 weeks, we will update you as soon as we have heard back / received final approval.  In the meantime, we will continue to send out regular updates on mass manufacturing, shipping information, and OS development. As always, thank you all for your continued patience and support - we can not wait for you to receive your Pro1-X’s! Team Fxtec 🙂

So now the suspicion is confirmed that LineageOS (also Ubuntu Touch) isn't ready for the shipping of this batch. Sad, but good they let us change to Android, I've just sent the mail a minute ago!

EDIT: And the change has already been confirmed by Fxtec.

Edited May 24, 2022 by Rob. S.

[mv 85]

11 minutes ago, Rob. S. said:

Here's the complete message:

So now the suspicion is confirmed that LineageOS (also Ubuntu Touch) isn't ready for the shipping of this batch. Sad, but good they let us change to Android, I've just sent the mail a minute ago!

EDIT: And the change has already been confirmed by Fxtec.

Yep same, got the confirmation too. Looking forward to it!

[agent008 243]

I've also asked to switch my option to Android in order to avoid further delays. Got confirmation after a few minutes.

[matf-kabouik 414]

I assume most people will do the same, those ready to use Ubuntu Touch or LineageOS probably were prepared to flashing themselves at some point anyway. I asked to change too, but made sure they knew I wouldn't keep Android. It probably doesn't make any difference, but just in case, I want F(x)tec to know that offering alternate OSes was and still is greatly appreciated and a selling point for me, despite this temporary choice in favour of Android to get the device earlier.

Edited May 24, 2022 by matf

[EvilDNA127 39]

I just might be getting a little bit excited.  As one of the Pro1 customers that still has an outstanding order I'm feeling some anticipation that my email inbox might see a note about shipment sometime soon.

[raymo 177]

Definitely not for me, as I really hate intrusive google stuffs in stock android the risk of premature death is too great.

Edited May 25, 2022 by raymo