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[ROM] Tranquility 3.0

I'm not sure why it hasn't been mentioned on XDA yet, but TQ 3.0 has been released:
I'm only putting it out here, so if someone wants to make an official thread then go ahead. I'm amazed no one has said anything here... unless I'm missing something. Looks sweet!
READ ALL THE WARNINGS - especially Rubix users:
I'm leaving the below link in the post just in case, but the rom owner asked me to update the OP with a direct link. Don't worry, I tested the link, it's not malicious. Please visit this link first :
http://bit.ly/aloOp2
Another source of info:
http://www.droidforums.net/forum/droid-x-roms/92122-tranquility-3-0-blurless-taken-next-level.html
Thanks,

Installed and seems like this ROM is solid....no bug(s) yet....nice

Confused
This is supposed to be a blurless rom, correct? I loaded it last night, and def still has blur in it.... When I get home I'll have to see if it actually deodexed like it promised. Even Contacts are still blur...
I will say that it's FAST though..

dreamersipaq said:
This is supposed to be a blurless rom, correct? I loaded it last night, and def still has blur in it.... When I get home I'll have to see if it actually deodexed like it promised. Even Contacts are still blur...
I will say that it's FAST though..
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All of the current ROMS have *some* level of Blur. Since we cannot bypass the Moto Kernel, there are some levels of base code that just have to be there.
Tranquility, Apex, zapX, and Rubix 0.5 were all built on the 2.3.15 release and then removed as much of the blur components as they could and still have it function.
Fission & Rubix 1.0 built from a base that came out of the Droid2 SDK which appears to be very stock Android and therefore, they are a little more 'blur-less' than others. Which is both good and bad. Time is showing that some of the blur components have some nice functionality that people are missing when they go completely blur-less.
Also,
Direct link to Tranquility 3.0 is here:
http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/droid-x-roms/5280-tranquility-3-0-blurless-taken-next-level.html

This new Tranq 3.0 is based on and I quote:
Base system files from 2.4.5 (R2D2 build)
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Zaphod-Beeblebrox said:
All of the current ROMS have *some* level of Blur. Since we cannot bypass the Moto Kernel, there are some levels of base code that just have to be there.
Tranquility, Apex, zapX, and Rubix 0.5 were all built on the 2.3.15 release and then removed as much of the blur components as they could and still have it function.
Fission & Rubix 1.0 built from a base that came out of the Droid2 SDK which appears to be very stock Android and therefore, they are a little more 'blur-less' than others. Which is both good and bad. Time is showing that some of the blur components have some nice functionality that people are missing when they go completely blur-less.
Also,
Direct link to Tranquility 3.0 is here:
http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/droid-x-roms/5280-tranquility-3-0-blurless-taken-next-level.html
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This is absolutely true and was the same for the D1 except it wasn't Blur, but you can't build AOSP for D1 either without using the extract-files.sh to pull all of the proprietary components that make the phone work.
It's a basic truth about phone firmware.

can anyone tell me how the contacts list comes up aosp style or blur< i noticed blur has a thing to merge my phone contact with fb and twitter< without having to use the same name on fb and my contact info. please let me know thanks guys!!

kameleongt said:
can anyone tell me how the contacts list comes up aosp style or blur< i noticed blur has a thing to merge my phone contact with fb and twitter< without having to use the same name on fb and my contact info. please let me know thanks guys!!
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The Contacts app is Blur....
Though the MMS is AOSP

Had rubix fallowed the instructions of installing the 2.3 detox then installing the tranq rom but the home buttion no longer works tried flashing the 2.3 rom still the home problem tried rubix after that. Same thing. Can I install the 2.2 stock rom in clockwork without wiping the phone? I just want to get my hone button to work again

mavermc said:
Had rubix fallowed the instructions of installing the 2.3 detox then installing the tranq rom but the home buttion no longer works tried flashing the 2.3 rom still the home problem tried rubix after that. Same thing. Can I install the 2.2 stock rom in clockwork without wiping the phone? I just want to get my hone button to work again
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I hate to say this, but maybe you should post this on either droidworld or another forum with an active thread. I doubt you'd get much support over here, not sure why. Tranquil. doesn't seem to be popular around here. I didn't see you mention trying a nandroid restore.... did you?

dreamersipaq said:
I hate to say this, but maybe you should post this on either droidworld or another forum with an active thread. I doubt you'd get much support over here, not sure why. Tranquil. doesn't seem to be popular around here. I didn't see you mention trying a nandroid restore.... did you?
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Your right I forgot I had made a backup today. But I really want this rom. I hear the battery is great. After I installed rubix my battery life went to crap. I use wifi all the time and found my phone was no longer sleeping when wifi was on any idea how to install this rom? Id really like to try it out. Should I just try again and hope.for differnt results?

mavermc said:
Your right I forgot I had made a backup today. But I really want this rom. I hear the battery is great. After I installed rubix my battery life went to crap. I use wifi all the time and found my phone was no longer sleeping when wifi was on any idea how to install this rom? Id really like to try it out. Should I just try again and hope.for differnt results?
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From what I read you may want to do a sbf back to stock 2.2 then install this.
I am seriously considering installing this to test out but want a little more feedback from users as to any possible issues (mail/pop3 etc..)
D.

debaucher said:
From what I read you may want to do a sbf back to stock 2.2 then install this.
I am seriously considering installing this to test out but want a little more feedback from users as to any possible issues (mail/pop3 etc..)
D.
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Its running pretty damn good for me. And since I have Tasker set up to sync my data every 30 mins, my battery life is great also. I'd imagine it would be even better if I set it to sync every 45 or 60 mins.
Love TranQ3.0, and I never thought I'd be saying that.

debaucher said:
From what I read you may want to do a sbf back to stock 2.2 then install this.
I am seriously considering installing this to test out but want a little more feedback from users as to any possible issues (mail/pop3 etc..)
D.
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So far, I've had like maybe one or two glitches.... sometimes after a reboot the boot screen gets left on the lock screen, so you can still unlock your phone, but you have to guess where the sliders are.
another is that the calendar widget doesn't work.
Other then those two, the rom is FAST, stable, and battery life has been great. Worth it to me in my opinion... It's not an ASOP "experience" though... it's more like a hybrid.
Like it so far though, it's my daily driver.
Edit: Also, this applies to STOCK people (running the 2.2 OTA).... I was odexed, completely stock..... installed this rom with ease: no wiping, no formatting, nada. AND it deodexed my phone for me.... LOVE THAT.

Youtube app and music does not work for me. Mp3 are not recognized by player. I went back to 2.3.8 and everything works fine.
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eRod v1.0 said:
Youtube app and music does not work for me. Mp3 are not recognized by player. I went back to 2.3.8 and everything works fine.
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That really sucks. I've never heard anyone having those problems with this ROM.
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If anybody is interested, I just posted a circle battery mod for this rom in themes.
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eRod v1.0 said:
Youtube app and music does not work for me. Mp3 are not recognized by player. I went back to 2.3.8 and everything works fine.
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really? coz everything is working here ....
just a little glitch not effecting performance and functional, overall this ROM is great, fast and stable

LexusBrian400 said:
Its running pretty damn good for me. And since I have Tasker set up to sync my data every 30 mins, my battery life is great also. I'd imagine it would be even better if I set it to sync every 45 or 60 mins.
Love TranQ3.0, and I never thought I'd be saying that.
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I have bought tasker aS well (the stock rom doesn't let the os sleep when gps is enabled so I bought it to turn it on and off for all my apps)
Now I like your idea of syncing every 30 but I use google voice exclusively. And the voice app. Does that mean if I turn off my sync I won't get my messages in a timely mater?
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This rom also doesn't seem to sleep when wick is on. Am I missing something? Anyway I do see how this can save a lot a battery with the screen dining and everything. I had to wipe my phone to get it to work. Last time I tried when I booted every system app was force closing. I feel like this is a little slower than rubix but way faster then stock. Could be too the drawer just doesn't feel right. Too bouncy for me to use quickly. Ill probably go to pro launcher. But if I don't want to how do I customize the 4 apps at the bottom? Its driving me nuts
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(MOD) FFC Development Clean Thread

8So everyone begged for it and here it is, a beggining to end revamp of the ffc mod thread.
Original threads:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=770854
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=804146
(note im doing this from my phone, so please let ne know of any typos, broken links, or missed topics)
This will be in Q&A form, so lets get started.
1) Where do I get an FFC?
Globaldirectparts.com sells them in bulk, shipping is slow, so now your best bet is ebay.
2) How do I install it?
Start here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOvt6atrin8&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Then here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=8436475&postcount=375
Video removed...
3) I got it installed, but how do I use it?
Most custom roms include support for the ffc. If yours does not there is a flashable zip here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11172683&postcount=1482
4) My FFC is blurry... wtf?
You need to focus it, there is a small ring on the FFC, play with it until you find the sweetspot for you.
5) There are red lines in low light, is there a fix?
Currently no, there has been signifigant progress on lowering the amount, but its not perfect yet. Be patient its coming.
6) How do I videochat?
First you need an app called sgstools, get it here:
http://www.mediafire.com/?xtw16417su40j7b
Next go into the .prop editor and select build.prop. Press menu, and then unblock. Now for every field that reads "SGH-T959" change it to "GT-I9000". Hit menu then save, now reboot. You can now go to tye market and download apps such as fring and Tango!
7) In the chat app, my image is rotated 90degrees.
Its an app problem. Ask the person you are chatting with if they see you sideways, if they say yes, uninstall the app and try changing your build.prop to SPH-D700.
8)What if I have more questions?
Ask them here, I vow to keep this thread flame free. (although there will be sarcasm)
9)What is SGStools?
Its a program used to install the i9000 cam, change build.prop, anf even access hidden features of your phone such as gps test and network status. You can find the latest version here:
http://www.mediafire.com/?xtw16417su40j7b
Thanks to Sirrial, Kellylewis, Scrizz, Master, Eugene, hell everybody, we've been working on this for 4 mos. and we are the reason the Vibrant 4g exsits.
Update: There is an update to sgstools. After you install, reboot then open your market. When you look at your apps list you will see an update, dont click it you'll get an error. Instead, long press it and select update.
(I didnt do this to step on toes. There was a huge demand for this. If you want faster production I highly advise on donating to Kellylewis, he is trying to juglle this project along with life and service to.his country, correct me if i'm wrong there. Also I purposefully left out the test kernals posted before because they aren't a full fix and have produced errors with kb1 roms)
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orells said:
So everyone begged for it and here it is, a beggining to end revamp of the ffc mod thread.
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I say its a good idea.. A fresh start to a oh so very long thread.
maybe link the original thread also?

ipeench said:
I say its a good idea.. A fresh start to a oh so very long thread.
maybe link the original thread also?
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OP updated, Thanks.
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Thanks for the new thread it really helps outs. I'm just waiting until the V4G comes out to pull the trigger on the ffc.
Fear the beard...

Alright, clean slate.
We need to search the old threads for the updates or latest 'news' of what has happened to this.
I'll take my part in searching certain post by KellyLewis on what progress he's done to this, along with other users.
Also, OP, we need an extra space for all the post that has attachments, you know how it is, everybody will start asking "where can i find that one attachment that fixes...etc." on this thread. We don't need that such.
I believe Siiral had a one stop shop for the attachments, and i think we can just link that up for that particular post?
What you think?

ndwgs said:
Alright, clean slate.
We need to search the old threads for the updates or latest 'news' of what has happened to this.
I'll take my part in searching certain post by KellyLewis on what progress he's done to this, along with other users.
Also, OP, we need an extra space for all the post that has attachments, you know how it is, everybody will start asking "where can i find that one attachment that fixes...etc." on this thread. We don't need that such.
I believe Siiral had a one stop shop for the attachments, and i think we can just link that up for that particular post?
What you think?
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Yeah I think it was the OP to second thread that had most of the attatchments.
I know I missed the i9000 camera apk. I couldnt find it from my phone, but it is included in that flashqble zip and SGS Tools.
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orells said:
Yeah I think it was the OP to second thread that had most of the attatchments.
I know I missed the i9000 camera apk. I couldnt find it from my phone, but it is included in that flashqble zip and SGS Tools.
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Ok im on board with the new thread. Im talking to my kernel dev as I write this on more things to try. The issue were having right now isnt banding well what were used to anyways. We have color lines at the moment like greens and blues, we got rid of the red and white so far. We get rid of one and create another.
If your feeling generous.
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9LJGLQUYYDZR2

KellyLewis3985 said:
Ok im on board with the new thread. Im talking to my kernel dev as I write this on more things to try. The issue were having right now isnt banding well what were used to anyways. We have color lines at the moment like greens and blues, we got rid of the red and white so far. We get rid of one and create another.
If your feeling generous.
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9LJGLQUYYDZR2
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Thats awesome, I wish I had coding experience, but alas I'm only good for testing.
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I've a FFC mod, i'd like to know if it is possible to make a video call to a phone number, with no other application like tango or fring.
Thank's

As I have stated before I'm a amateur photographer and I have learned that in low light situations it is very important to understand that banding will always be a major hurdle. Since this is a "Fixed" lens, and the camera has no flash, post processing of video/pictures will IMO go the furthest with lessening/eliminating banding. Have you guys been able to find what (software) the I9000 uses for this? Can the Image Stabilization software be tweaked? ISO be increased or shutter speed be sped up. I know I am asking/presenting more problems than solutions but I really think that these are the key.

There's a nice little camera apk that can be flashed on page 149 of the main thread that could go in the op.
Fear the beard...

amwilliams9 said:
As I have stated before I'm a amateur photographer and I have learned that in low light situations it is very important to understand that banding will always be a major hurdle. Since this is a "Fixed" lens, and the camera has no flash, post processing of video/pictures will IMO go the furthest with lessening/eliminating banding. Have you guys been able to find what (software) the I9000 uses for this? Can the Image Stabilization software be tweaked? ISO be increased or shutter speed be sped up. I know I am asking/presenting more problems than solutions but I really think that these are the key.
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this is very true, as i am filmmaker and have been working with film for many years. if, like you say, it is an ISO problem, which it seems to be, it is all software, and we need to figure out how to let more light in, or somehow bring up the contrast (which might also fix the problem).
we need more light to go into the lens

We do need more light in the lens I took a video outside in the daytime and there was almost no banding only indoors or artificial lighting is where the banding is bad
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I'm on board as well, I did some work on grounding... succeeded in frying one camera, won't be so clumsy on the next.
I think it would help to incorporate some of the findings in one part of thread (op)
Then at least we can get rid of the redundancy and repetitive questions.
BTW my earlier Nikon DSLR's had banding issues as well in low light, so it is a common issue

has anyone been able to successfully swap out their vibrant (if necessary) with t-mobile after applying this mod? I have it done, and am thinking about trying the nail polish trick to see if i can get a replacement for dropped calls. just not sure if it will work.

ravigodhwani said:
has anyone been able to successfully swap out their vibrant (if necessary) with t-mobile after applying this mod? I have it done, and am thinking about trying the nail polish trick to see if i can get a replacement for dropped calls. just not sure if it will work.
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I did. Black finger nail polish works fine.
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blasian shadows said:
I did. Black finger nail polish works fine.
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really? i've been trying but no matter what i do it's still kind of obvious that something has been changed there when you look towards that corner

I have noticed that prior to displaying a photo with the gallery that there appears to be some processing of the picture. I am wondering if the I9000 does that prior to saving a picture to memory. Has anyone tried to import (hope that's the right term) that APK and seeing if it helps?

I returned my vibrant with this mod as well.. So far no extra fees other than shipping since I don't have insurance..
At first I used spray paint.. I spray painted a paper and collected enough paint to let ONE drop drip into the hole..and with a toothpick I spread it around.. But it wouldnt dry and once it did I missed a spot. It was a pain. But I think it works most effectively if done right.. When I returned it however, I just used the black nail polish mentioned before. It was soo obvious but it worked. Btw my camera had goo-gone IN it which made every picture blurry.. (why I returned it) plus my vibration didn't work so....
You should be good
ravigodhwani said:
really? i've been trying but no matter what i do it's still kind of obvious that something has been changed there when you look towards that corner
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RoZm X said:
I returned my vibrant with this mod as well.. So far no extra fees other than shipping since I don't have insurance..
At first I used spray paint.. I spray painted a paper and collected enough paint to let ONE drop drip into the hole..and with a toothpick I spread it around.. But it wouldnt dry and once it did I missed a spot. It was a pain. But I think it works most effectively if done right.. When I returned it however, I just used the black nail polish mentioned before. It was soo obvious but it worked. Btw my camera had goo-gone IN it which made every picture blurry.. (why I returned it) plus my vibration didn't work so....
You should be good
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awesome. thanks a lot! i found that using my sisters old mascara pen thing with a mixture of black nail polish did the trick. it's drying right now. will post back results in case anyone is wondering!

[VIDEO] Samsung Vibrant Front Facing Camera MOD

This is a VIDEO tutorial to describe to users how to replace your Vibrant camera with an i9000 one including Front Facing Camera. Thank you to to all the support this community offers.
This video is in my opinion the easiest way currently available to perform the MOD. I went with what I felt was the most direct path and tried to focus on simplistic steps. Thank you for watching and good luck!
This video and tutorial is in development because IMO that's what it is.
Also MODS feel free to move this anywhere you like or remove if something seems unsuitable. DEVS, you may use this video in any FAQs and I give whomever want's permission to embed this video. If possible try to credit my username or youtube name if using the clips as well as my donate link.
Thanks!
I DO RECOMMEND TO WATCH THE ENTIRE PROCESS BEFORE MODIFYING YOUR DEVICE.
Links pulled due to XDA request.
Adhere to any DISCLAIMERS. Be sure to to check out the links below to buy this camera from me with quick USA shipping or to have me service your Vibrant with this mod at an affordable price.
Video pulled due to XDA request.
Thanks to (orells) for the hints on removing the paint on the backside of the lcd glass to expose the visible path.

Awesome video..looks easy ...

Dude you make look so easy thanks man!!!
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Excellent work, i'm adding it to the thread now.
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This is great!!

Great Video. I will, one day do this to mine, even though I won't use it.

I love it! Wasn't wanting to perform the mod until I saw the video... thanks a ton!

This video is well done, I have installed about a dozen of these and this video shows the method VERY WELL. Additionally, the verbal dialogue is well paced and easy to follow............. My hat's off to you !!!
One thing, The "Clean the hole process" is actually the most important Part. Otherwise, you will get a unclear or blurring result from the glass not being perfectly clear.
What I do is use a bent dental pick to go around the hole on the outside edge (essentially to scribe a break line) then use the goo-gone or equal to begin cleaning. Then, where you are using a flat-head screw diver.... I am using round toothpicks, as you get it cleaner (I use about 6 typically per process) begin by using the tip, then cut the tip off to have a blunt round shaft, and then use that to remove the glue and black paint. Keep repeating this process until it is clear. After that, use a bit of the cotton off a q-tip with Windex (or equal) and shove into the hole and do the circular motion. After a couple of times, I finish off with Alcohol and then polish with dry cotton on a toothpick (fits better) Then finally, check with a flashlight and make sure it is crystal clear.

Great Vid. I just picked up a Vibrant on im gonna be doing this mod ASAP!

Awsome video, this makes me want to install the camera I have been sitting on for the past 4 months. So does the ROM you are using take care of the banding issues? Most important part

Video tutorial is simple just ensuring the hole is cleaned correctly .... been using macnut r 14 which I believe is already modified for front facing camera just have to install.....
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Anyone know where to get the camera for this mod? I can't seem to find a seller that is in the United States. Thanks for the help!

peaster3 said:
Anyone know where to get the camera for this mod? I can't seem to find a seller that is in the United States. Thanks for the help!
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Sorry I made it a little easier to see but it was in the first post. You can buy them in single quantities from my website with quick US shipping here!
http://www.mobiletechvideos.com/blog/?page_id=100

Is there a camera apk to install after this or does the ROM need to be developed to support the front facing camera?
Looks very interesting.... and tempting.

Corvette Dave said:
Is there a camera apk to install after this or does the ROM need to be developed to support the front facing camera?
Looks very interesting.... and tempting.
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In those original threads I link to you can find the answers like this. I didn't look into adding the functionality to an existing ROM so I just flashed an FFC supported ROM.

Does anyone have any clue as to how to fix the banding issues? I have mine installed and those vertical lines are pretty prevalent. Great mod though, works wonderful besides the banding!

Camera replacement apps

Does anyone know of a 3rd party camera app that can utilize the Tab's front camera? I really don't like the built in app, I always have issues with it not initializing the camera. I start it up & most of the time I just get a black screen- I have to manually kill the process & restart it to get it to work. Even when it works its painfully slow & the pics aren't very good.
I've got Vignette & it's pretty good, but it doesn't work on the front cam. Does anyone have any suggestions? I don't mind paying for a good camera app, I just want some suggestions first cause I can't afford to buy every one on the market to see which one works best.

there were a questions with the same THREAD Title , you may wanna have a look in forum Search function

I use camera 360 ultimate, i feel it takes better pics than the stock app, probably just a placebo cause it was $3 lol
But it works with the front camera and has a whole bunch of other cool stuff, there is also a lite version to try out.

You can use the self shot option at stock app. On the problem you are facing, reflash the stock rom that it may solve.
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OK, I tried Camera 360, but can't get it to work with the front cam. Is there a setting I'm missing or something?
I did search, but didn't come up with anything useful. Search on XDA has been kind of wonky lately.
I'm honestly kind of afraid to reflash or tinker with it. I've rooted it, but I have the Sprint version. Not a lot of stuff out there for it.

Do you have a wifi only tab by any chance
swyped from a galaxy far far away

No, it's wifi & 3G.

kabuk1 said:
No, it's wifi & 3G.
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Have you flashed any custom roms? If you have i guess you could try flashing it again.

Camera 2.0 ported

Here it is camera 2.0 ported for 5.0.2... This took a lot of work, months of work to figure this out. Theoretically this should work on any 20.7 megapixel Xperia device running 5.0.2... Enjoy it... My Rom Is coming people... I've been very busy with school.
Flash in recovery
https://mega.nz/#!nE8ihK7b!9vk_AY7tnZ7Q80htdQhd-89PoqphOfUgYX--ajiZGZI

zachariahpope said:
Here it is camera 2.0 ported for 5.0.2... This took a lot of work, months of work to figure this out. Theoretically this should work on any 20.7 megapixel Xperia device running 5.0.2... Enjoy it... My Rom Is coming people... I've been very busy with school.
Flash in recovery
https://mega.nz/#!nE8ihK7b!9vk_AY7tnZ7Q80htdQhd-89PoqphOfUgYX--ajiZGZI
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Are you using Internet Explorer Bro ?
Kidding...
BTW , it's already available in forum, Search a bit.

Black_Eyes said:
Are you using Internet Explorer Bro ?
Kidding...
BTW , it's already available in forum, Search a bit.
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I'm using my phone... And are you sure this has been available for 5.0.2? I know it's been available for 5.1.1 Lollipop for some time now...Because I'm pretty sure as of a month ago (that's around the last time I searched this topic) it wasn't working on 5.0.2 because people were getting Force Close errors on all the Camera 2.0 ports.. A couple of the devs even said 5.0.2 was impossible with this... but if you know of a recent 5.0.2 port that I don't know about, let me know.. It's not that I doubt you, I'd just like to see it for myself since I sunk a lot of time into getting this to work for our Lollipop version...Thanks!

Black_Eyes said:
Are you using Internet Explorer Bro ?
Kidding...
BTW , it's already available in forum, Search a bit.
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The Z3v is different from the rest of the Xperia line, and I've tried the port that was given out on the cross device board and it really does no one any good when you can't even open the camera anymore.

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Are you using Internet Explorer Bro ?
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telling a devloper to use the search button... you should know what your talking about before you post.
This is the only way to get camera 2.0 on the z3v. Or use the other ports and watch your camera not work anymore and force close.

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The Z3v is different from the rest of the Xperia line, and I've tried the port that was given out on the cross device board and it really does no one any good when you can't even open the camera anymore.
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Your other thread got Greg Bradlied

BladeRunner said:
Your other thread got Greg Bradlied
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Welp, at least the thread served it's original purpose.

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Your other thread got Greg Bradlied
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Where can I find a list of improvements that will be had specifically to the z3V over the original camera software?
Also, can you please tell us what is different than the other downloadable installation file that's floating around here? They have the same timestamp and are the same size. I'm not doubting, just trying to understand.
Mr. Bradley, please, for the love of God, don't lock this thread down too.

AddictedToGlass said:
Where can I find a list of improvements that will be had specifically to the z3V over the original camera software?
Also, can you please tell us what is different than the other downloadable installation file that's floating around here? They have the same timestamp and are the same size. I'm not doubting, just trying to understand.
Mr. Bradley, please, for the love of God, don't lock this thread down too.
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There are no list of improvements specific to our device model, this is just the updated Sony camera app(s) ported from the Z5 to work on our devices. I wasn't aware there was another flashable camera port for the Z3v floating around here... Please link me to it. I assure you, you have nothing to risk by flashing this and that I am the original developer of this port... No one else by my knowledge should be circulating this file around for the Z3V or 5.0.2 in general. I'm making a flashable zip as we speak to revert back to the orginal camera should you not like the Camera 2.0's interface... I'm also working on an updated version of this port that will provide some camera improvements. When I'm done with both zips they will be posted in the OP along with some cleanup and screenshots. Thank you for your questions, it's great to ask questions... that's how we learn.. And its always good to know as much as possible before flashing anything to our phones. Should you have any more questions feel free to ask and I hope you enjoy the MOD.

Nope, not the same. When Mega DLs I end up with two of everything. Previous download zips were moved to my card and is the z5 2.0 at 10.5mb.
Will try this later and look for differences.

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Nope, not the same. When Mega DLs I end up with two of everything. Previous download zips were moved to my card and is the z5 2.0 at 10.5mb.
Will try this later and look for differences.
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Would you mind linking me to this other zip you're referring to? Thank you ��
EDIT: Nevermind I can tell by the size of the file you must be referring to one of the other Camera 2.0 ports here on XDA. You can try flashing those at your own risk if you'd like, but I'd kindly like to warn you ahead of time, those do not work on Lollipop 5.0.2... The reason my port is larger in file size is because the framework ported from 5.1.1 as well as permission files to run Camera 2.0 are included. It is worth noting however, you can flash any other Camera 2.0 port AFTER flashing mine and they'll work since mine installs the correct framework and permissions that are necessary.

Zach,
Thanks for putting this together. I've installed it on rooted 5.02 and it's running well. Note that a couple boots were required after TWRP install and the user will get an overheat if trying to use the camera immediately but after the phone acclimates it is just fine.

I had downloaded the z5 zip not understanding that the z3V was the only one not on the list. I actually almost installed it until I read that it could brick the phone.
The UI seems a bit fiddly but I guess each has it's learning curve. I took random dim indoor shots, including some macros, before and after in the sensors native 4:3 aspect ratio at 20.7MP usingthe original and your ported 2.0, but using Camera FV-5. I didn't tripod the phone or run any real range, just point & shoot of 28 shots all the same objects from the same spot.
So far I have not noticed a significant difference and when the photos are zoomed in on they show the same muddled look from what appears to be the same overcorrective software (I'm sure Sony didn't change that). I've read that the z5 camera hardware is identical to the z3V.
I'll put her on a tripod this weekend and do some real testing.
The original camera zip will make flipping back and forth easier for comparison testing.
Thanks for making this happen!

Thank you so very much for your time and effort to get this working for our device

So how many of us have actually installed this ROM? Is it worth ditching the setup we have right now? I mean I don't really know how this could provide better performance if Sony hasn't updated any soft for our phones camera. I could understand manual modes might provide greater ability to change fine settings, but point and shoot quality and overall use ability is was I am concerned about.

First off, it's not a ROM, it's technically just a mod. Secondly, Sony supposedly did update the software, and because the camera hardware in our z3V phones are identical to those of the z5 which was released with this updated software, it will do the same thing and be perfectly installable without having to port it. -And it is, on nearly every single z model but ours because the z3V is a Verizon Sony step child.
The UI is MOSTLY what's new and improved, but lower light shots do seem to be rendered better by the software. The ISO limits haven't changed and I doubt that Sony did something to alter their interpolation software, but something does seem different.
Until I can easily switch back and forth without having to flash to an entire restore that's 12Gb (in other words, simply flash back to the original camera as a zip), I'm not going to bother with tripod testing. Once I can do that, I will take shots with a tripod in varying light using the old and new camera zips and examine the shots and exif data. It could simply be that in manual mode the software defaults to better settings. I'm guessing that it's the default values values in lower light situations that have been changed, if anything.
At first I didn't like the user interface just because I wasn't used to it. But now I find I'm actually using it more than I used the old one (I normally use FV-5). It is a one handed, portrait friendly UI.
I highly recommend this mod. Simply make a backup and install it. You can always revert back to the old one via your backup or you could wait for zachariahpope to release the original as an installable zip.

I found I minor bug. The front camera wants to stay on manual. If you switch to superior auto, the camera closes.

JediDru said:
I found I minor bug. The front camera wants to stay on manual. If you switch to superior auto, the camera closes.
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Yup. Sure does.

GigaSPX said:
Welp, at least the thread served it's original purpose.
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Yup. Sure does.
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Strange. Mine doesn't crash when switching to superior auto with the front camera.
Edit: It does if I try to switch while using the front camera. If I switch to Superior Auto for the rear camera and then switch to front camera it is fine.