So say you have D2306 model and you flash D2303 or D2305 etc. These are the different regions. Are there files that matter? Can you just pick and choose or is it just customization?
I couldn't find this Q here or via internet searching. (there are probably 50 ways of phrasing it).
I'm not marking this just as a question, I'd prefer discussion. It may not be cut and clean so discussion is better.
This post gives some detail, it looks like cross-flashing like that is a bad idea:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=54431237&postcount=2
?? D2306, D2303 and so on are different phones with different HW. You do NOT want to install their ROM.
Unless I've gotten the models wrong, they are the exact same phone, but with different firmware belonging to their respective regions. I have the D2306.
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Unless I've gotten the models wrong, they are the exact same phone, but with different firmware belonging to their respective regions. I have the D2306.
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I had to check what's the D2306. I think it is like a D2303 using different band frequencies:
http://dl-developer.sonymobile.com/documentation/whitepapers/Xperia_M2_D2303_D2305_D2306_WP_14.pdf
Which means the difference should go down straight to the kernel. Then there are the dual SIM model and the no LTE one. You sure don't want to install their ROM. In all cases you may end up not being able to connect the the phone network.
What you may install are the ROM for your D2306 from other countries/providers (this in case you want the latest update). Although personally I wouldn't bother. It may mess up with future updates (if any). Although, yeah, you can always update the phone again manually. Still I'd rather wait few days and the update should arrive.
I think the only possible capable flashes are flashing D2303 on D2403 and D2306 on D2406, as (IMO) they are quite similar, only the screen was the biggest change I think. (Well, at least Stock M2 Rom worked fine on my M2 Aqua.)
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I think the only possible capable flashes are flashing D2303 on D2403 and D2306 on D2406, as (IMO) they are quite similar, only the screen was the biggest change I think. (Well, at least Stock M2 Rom worked fine on my M2 Aqua.)
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As far as I know they have a different frontal camera. With the Aqua models having more many more pixels. Did you check if it worked?
I actually haven't tested it, I flashed it only for root purposes (following the root with TA backup guide). I only know Aqua has a VGA frontal camera. (It actually is the same, as I check it in Sony website.)
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Yeah that confused me too, I've seen Aqua has both VGA and 1 or 2 MP front camera. It's confusing.
So you flashed normal M2 ROM on Aqua? No problems so far? If the front camera works fine...I may try it.
Well, I'm already back to stock M2 Aqua ROM, but 4.3 ROM of M2 seemed to work quite well on M2 Aqua.
Aqua new update on single sim M2 seems to be working fine. I haven't noticed any problems - including the cameras.
You get a message saying don't forget to close the flaps for waterproofing, and your computer says it's Aqua...otherwise all OK so far.
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Aqua new update on single sim M2 seems to be working fine. I haven't noticed any problems - including the cameras.
You get a message saying don't forget to close the flaps for waterproofing, and your computer says it's Aqua...otherwise all OK so far.
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So it's even backwards compatible? Nice! I thought only M2 ROM on M2 Aqua was possible, not M2 Aqua ROM on M2.
The message can be disabled easily, and about PC and Aqua... Well, it's Aqua ROM, isn't it?
Good share anyway!
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Aqua new update on single sim M2 seems to be working fine. I haven't noticed any problems - including the cameras.
You get a message saying don't forget to close the flaps for waterproofing, and your computer says it's Aqua...otherwise all OK so far.
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Is the resolution of the frontal camera the same? Or it raised to the one of the M2 Aqua?
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Is the resolution of the frontal camera the same? Or it raised to the one of the M2 Aqua?
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I can't see a difference. I don't think software can do that anyway, it has to be upgraded hardware!
I also seen lots of adverts saying the Aqua has an upgraded front camera. But the official Sony page currently says VGA (or similar). Meh.
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I can't see a difference. I don't think software can do that anyway, it has to be upgraded hardware!
I also seen lots of adverts saying the Aqua has an upgraded front camera. But the official Sony page currently says VGA (or similar). Meh.
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Well, I asked because on my previous junky Samsung phone we could raise the resolution of the camera while taking video using the LG camera app.
Still this is confusing. Some sites report that the frontal camera of the M2 Aqua is 1.2 MP:
http://www.cnet.com/news/to-tip-or-not-to-tip-drivers-that-is-ubers-question/
But Sony talks about VGA indeed. Although I am not sure what VGA means anymore. It started with 1024*768 I think.
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Hi.I wanna flash cm 12 to z3.But i have worries.Do sony apps work on cm12?And as u know, we haven't Drm keys on cm12.What about camera's quality?Thank u guys.
LeonidasTurk said:
Hi.I wanna flash cm 12 to z3.But i have worries.Do sony apps work on cm12?And as u know, we haven't Drm keys on cm12.What about camera's quality?Thank u guys.
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Search and see other posts before asking same questions as many before you.
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Search and see other posts before asking same questions as many before you.
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Can you give me a link for similar posts?I can't find my question.
No, they don't work, for now
I suggest you to wait some time, maybe they will add them when there will be a stable version.
CM12 / DRM
My opinion:
- CM12 is too fresh and still partially buggy. You can play with that, but thats IMHO all. Not considered production.
- Unless somebody makes serious effort, forget about official Sony apps. Some are bound to DRM lost in process of unlocking bootloader.
- Camera will work as good as good is the hardware of it. Picture enhancement provided by software is Sony Stock ROM specific and bound to DRM. I have seen some guys working on DRM removal.
- There may be other apps with postprocessing to compensate for Sony postprocessing (low light etc.).
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My opinion:
- CM12 is too fresh and still partially buggy. You can play with that, but thats IMHO all. Not considered production.
- Unless somebody makes serious effort, forget about official Sony apps. Some are bound to DRM lost in process of unlocking bootloader.
- Camera will work as good as good is the hardware of it. Picture enhancement provided by software is Sony Stock ROM specific and bound to DRM. I have seen some guys working on DRM removal.
- There may be other apps with postprocessing to compensate for Sony postprocessing (low light etc.).
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I will wait for "Serious effort".Is there any thread about this?
LeonidasTurk said:
I will wait for "Serious effort".Is there any thread about this?
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Not really as it is way to early. Seems everybody concentrates on L.
What's "L"?
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What's "L"?
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Lollipop
CM12 is L ...
Don't count on them being able to restore lost drm function. I already jumped ship on sony. The unlock was worth it to me since I came from a nexus. Only issue I really have so far is a battery issue I think might pertain to only a few "testers". Also, camera was never great to me... I went n5 > iPhone 6 (just two weeks) > z3. If anything I'll pick up the iPhone 6 again and use it as a weekend phone if I really start kicking myself over the camera.
Hi, I'm experiencing this when using my Z3 with my Cardboard: I hold my head still but the view jumps around a bit. Very disturbing when using it. I tested gyroscope with service menu, here everything is fine. When I test with Z Device Test, there is clearly detected "movement", although the phone is laying on a table.
https://youtu.be/kIAxHLtfjCE
Anyone experiencing the same?
Sony Xperia Z3 D6603 16GB
Stock 5.1.1 rooted with Xposed Framework
I experience the same. I dont know if this is a software or a hardware problem. I only use my cardboard for 3D movies now. Cant play VR contents because of this problem. I own a D6653 btw.
jerverg said:
I experience the same. I dont know if this is a software or a hardware problem. I only use my cardboard for 3D movies now. Cant play VR contents because of this problem. I own a D6653 btw.
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Maybe this fixes our problem: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/mod-jitterygyrofixforcardboard-t3202149
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Well that time has come to move forward and I've upgraded to a new Xperia xa I was gonna keep the m2 but the xa is that good I don't see the need so it's gone. Had the xa since last week and you certainly shouldn't believe everything bad you read about these devices, the xa makes the m2 look like a Xperia E1 I I'll be around in the xa+Sony cross device forums and on g+ thanks for all the help+work with the m2 guys and maybe I'll see you in the xa group.
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Well that time has come to move forward and I've upgraded to a new Xperia xa I was gonna keep the m2 but the xa is that good I don't see the need so it's gone. Had the xa since last week and you certainly shouldn't believe everything bad you read about these devices, the xa makes the m2 look like a Xperia E1 I I'll be around in the xa+Sony cross device forums and on g+ thanks for all the help+work with the m2 guys and maybe I'll see you in the xa group.
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How is it? The XA I mean. I see in some videos the navigation bar buttons don't seem to change applying some themes. As it happened in the previous Xperia with Mediatek SoC (M5/C4/C5). I ask because I wanted to get one myself, the price seems just right, and I really don't care if it looks like plastic as they say, we all put covers anyway.. But if it has issues with the themes I must pass.
Regarding the difference in performances.. Sure! You're comparing a 2014 phone with a 2016 one. Twice the cores, twice the CPU bits and, most important, twice the RAM.
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How is it? The XA I mean. I see in some videos the navigation bar buttons don't seem to change applying some themes. As it happened in the previous Xperia with Mediatek SoC (M5/C4/C5). I ask because I wanted to get one myself, the price seems just right, and I really don't care if it looks like plastic as they say, we all put covers anyway.. But if it has issues with the themes I must pass.
Regarding the difference in performances.. Sure! You're comparing a 2014 phone with a 2016 one. Twice the cores, twice the CPU bits and, most important, twice the RAM.
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I have no regrets at all, currently still stock with only aggressive doze and doze on the go via adb with greenify I've done(yes it'll work without root) haven't used stamina mode once since getting it either(it's stamina mode in name only now anyway just Android battery saver renamed). Currently only way to get root on mm though is to unlock the Bootloader(so don't buy a carrier locked one) and there's currently no way to back up ta keys until someone finds a way to back them up which is why I'm reluctant to rush to unlock it . Root is available if you ain't bothered about not backing up ta it does effect the camera on the xa and be2 and sv drm fix is confirmed working. Themes it seems to depend some change the nav bar buttons some don't. It's no more plasticy than the m2 though the back is a matt finish rather than shiny plastic. You certainly shouldn't believe everything bad you read about them. Volume is well loud compared to the m2 too Getting around 4-5hrs screen time depending on what I'm doing and mm is silky smooth with no lag at all. I'm not really a gamer on phones but been assured it'll run most games with ease It's also by far the better looking of the x range. Oh and did I mention the stunning edge to edge display.
I have only one minor gripe and that's that facebook is a bloody system app. Below is a couple of camera shots superior auto mode 9mp 16.9
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@aidy.lucas Well, impressive pictures indeed! Did you use the flash for the head? Too bad about root. I need that to remove that ads spamfest. And the backup as well. Obviously you can't backup the TA without root, it shouls be readable by root only,. It's a loophole.
About the navigation bar icons.. When they don't change it's because the themes simply do not modify them or it's a bug? I mean, does it ever happen that in the screenshots of the themes the navbar icons are different but then when you apply the themes you still get the stock icons? Otherwise, could you please do a quick test with this one (it's free)? The central button should be a circle. Thanks.
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@aidy.lucas Well, impressive pictures indeed! Did you use the flash for the head? Too bad about root. I need that to remove that ads spamfest. And the backup as well. Obviously you can't backup the TA without root, it shouls be readable by root only,. It's a loophole.
About the navigation bar icons.. When they don't change it's because the themes simply do not modify them or it's a bug? I mean, does it ever happen that in the screenshots of the themes the navbar icons are different but then when you apply the themes you still get the stock icons? Otherwise, could you please do a quick test with this one (it's free)? The central button should be a circle. Thanks.
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Nope doesn't change the nav bar buttons yet this one does http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...peria-stock-x7-stock-sony-style-t3434562/page no idea why
I was hoping that ivy root temp root would work so I could back up ta keys before unlocking like the z5 range. But no it requires a LP kernel before dec15 so won't work as x range doesn't have LP, we need a new exploit if there even is one, kingroot doesn't work either not that I'd use it if it did I don't think. The other back up ta keys programme you mentioned needs full root access to back them up not possible on the x range on mm without unlocking and wiping the keys. Yes there's a drm workaround confirmed working but it's no good if I need my warranty suddenly or want to go back to stock.
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aidy.lucas said:
Nope doesn't change the nav bar buttons yet this one does http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...peria-stock-x7-stock-sony-style-t3434562/page no idea why
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This is ridiculous. That theme is developed with Theme Creator, what the heck is Sony doing, they don't even test their own SW in their phones. I'll see if I manage to decompile the theme you posted and see what's different, thanks.
Is there any info,do we get new camera in Nougat,like a XZ and XP with full manual controls?
while it is mentioned in the latest video posted by sony xperia team, i don't really think it is going to be included for z5 (although our devices are equipped with the same sensor). At least, there's no announcement or indication that it is going to be included.
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while it is mentioned in the latest video posted by sony xperia team, i don't really think it is going to be included for z5 (although our devices are equipped with the same sensor). At least, there's no announcement or indication that it is going to be included.
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I saw that video and anouncement on Sony global and I am afraid that you in right.We can only hope so that wouldnt be like this cause same camera sensor,but I thinks that chances is minimal.
Why we get a bunch of threads like this -__-
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Why would you think it is not going to be included? Based on what?
We don't know. Chances are no one will know. But so far other devices that got the update also got these features. There are no reason to think they're not going to be included.
furkandeger said:
Why would you think it is not going to be included? Based on what?
We don't know. Chances are no one will know. But so far other devices that got the update also got these features. There are no reason to think they're not going to be included.
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Here - manual camera controls specifically for X performance:
http://blogs.sonymobile.com/2016/12...t-rollout-for-xperia-xz-xperia-x-performance/
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Here - manual camera controls specifically for X performance:
http://blogs.sonymobile.com/2016/12...t-rollout-for-xperia-xz-xperia-x-performance/
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What about this?
Xperia X also get manual controls in Beta Nougat.Only for Z5 is unknown situation,but I think that we dont get that in update.
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Xperia X also get manual controls in Beta Nougat.Only for Z5 is unknown situation,but I think that we dont get that in update.
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I think we will get this feature, because since the Z5 came out we wanted this also z5 has the same sensor as X and XZ
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no we wont sony hates us (z5)
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no we wont sony hates us (z5)
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To encourage us to move onto the next product.
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They must to prolong X series shipment.For that reason I am afraid we wont get that.Even if we dont get that its not a huge de except for low light/night photos.These option that we have now is enough for good daylight photography(exposure,ISO,focus mode,WB)
as much as i want it, yea, it is not provided in the nougat update
Already got the manual controls on the z5 https://youtu.be/UQjl-qamO9g no need to get them from sony lol
Hi
i have problem with RGB sensor and Tof sensor
when i go to hide menu ( *#*#7378423#*#* )
test tof sensor and RGB sensor
it shows me number (-1)
please test this and report
i hear some people have this issue and it is not only my issue
Same here, Is it a problem??
chesterr said:
Same here, Is it a problem??
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i don't know
but colors in taken pictures are not affected if those sensors not working !!
everything works fine in camera app and better than android 7 !
Have you tried sending it back?
It's a defect after all.
4rz0 said:
Have you tried sending it back?
It's a defect after all.
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no
i hope this will fix in the next update
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Hi
i have problem with RGB sensor and Tof sensor
when i go to hide menu ( *#*#7378423#*#* )
test tof sensor and RGB sensor
it shows me number (-1)
please test this and report
i hear some people have this issue and it is not only my issue
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For further issues please specify more details such as model no, fw customization and circumstances of the update (ota or else).
Anyway, i've read a bit about the issue on that 'meee tooo' jk of a forum - talk.sonymobile - the issue seems to be contained to the Dual Sim variant of the XZ p. Also the repair option (reflash) via sony pc companion isn't going to fix it.... Sadly you'll have to wait for a fix.
On a remote chance of success - try flashing another customization? Although i don't think it would fix it.
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xper...nsor-not-reading-and-laser-focus/td-p/1272670
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For further issues please specify more details such as model no, fw customization and circumstances of the update (ota or else).
Anyway, i've read a bit about the issue on that 'meee tooo' jk of a forum - talk.sonymobile - the issue seems to be contained to the Dual Sim variant of the XZ p. Also the repair option (reflash) via sony pc companion isn't going to fix it.... Sadly you'll have to wait for a fix.
On a remote chance of success - try flashing another customization? Although i don't think it would fix it.
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xper...nsor-not-reading-and-laser-focus/td-p/1272670
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thank you for your useful informations
i did flash my phone with newflasher ( G8142 , Customized AE )
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yes i think we should wait for the next update too . . .
Hopefully next update fix it and I don't wanna reflash another firmware tbh.
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Hopefully next update fix it and I don't wanna reflash another firmware tbh.
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Just got my update for Oreo. I can safely assume the issue is only on the Dual Sim variant. Here is the sensor working on my single sim
it's working on my single sim variant as well.
Did you tried making a fresh install? Not upgrading over the 7.1.1 ?
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Did you tried making a fresh install? Not upgrading over the 7.1.1 ?
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i did not update with OTA
i flashed with newflasher
i think this problem is for all G8142 model
Yes it's a dual SIM variant problem. Hopefully there will be an update.
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Did you tried making a fresh install? Not upgrading over the 7.1.1 ?
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People also tried with PC Companion's 'Repair my phone' which is a holly grenade for messed up system files and no luck. Sony rushed this update. Hopefully a fix is underway.
XZ Premium Dual Sim
CE1 customization
Sensors not working.
Very poor images quality.
Please report this bug to Sony here:
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xper...nsor-not-reading-and-laser-focus/td-p/1272670
This issue seems to be affecting all the G8142 phones.
I'm not sure if it is caused by the sensor not working itself or the service menu app not being able to access data from it because I see no degradation in camera quality.
Forgot to attach the second screenshot
I have the exact issue with the XZP Dual (G8142) but strange enough the camera itself has no problems with autofocus, quality and color reproduction I don't know about you guys but I feel the camera shoots better pictures than it did on Nougat?
According to a Support Rep on the forums, a fix will be released in November. I'm guessing they'll also deploy it with the November security updates.
Hi Everyone,
You may have noticed that the camera on your Xperia XZ Premium Dual SIM doesn't behave according to specifications after the update to Android 8.0 (software build 47.1.A.3.254).
This is due to a software configuration related to the RGBC-IR and ToF sensors used by the camera. When these sensors don't work correctly, pictures taken under specific lighting/colour conditions will be affected. Results include slower auto focus and effects on colour rendition.
This has been solved in an updated software version that is scheduled for release in November, 2017. However, please note that Software updates are released at different times depending on the operator, market, region or country. Therefore, I am not able to give you an exact date for when a specific update will be available for your device. In addition, network operators and specific markets may choose not to use the updates for specific models.
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kot5nik said:
This issue seems to be affecting all the G8142 phones.
I'm not sure if it is caused by the sensor not working itself or the service menu app not being able to access data from it because I see no degradation in camera quality.
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You can be sure of it by turning on the camera, then pointing another camera at the sensor part. If it works you'll see 'white' bursts coming out of the sensor (infrared). But it's been tested already and the sensor is truly non functional.