[ROM][ARC/ARC S] Racing Bean V3.1 [DISCONTINUED] - Xperia Arc Android Development

[ROM][ARC/ARC S] Racing Bean V3.1 [DISCONTINUED] - Xperia Arc Android Development

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Racing Bean Version 3.1!(Rom for Xperia Arc and Arc S)
Description:
Racing Bean is a Jelly Bean based Rom for your Xperia Arc/S. It is simply the perfect blend between Battery life and pure speed. Gaming and multitasking. Sony and Nexus user interface. Latest Android features and stability.
But the best thing about this feature-packed rom is its speed. With a brilliant Antutu benchmark score of 6565, the Xperia Arc S surpasses even the Samsung Galaxy Tablet 10.1”. Testers have claimed it is the fastest rom available.
Changelog/Features:
Version 1.0
- Based on the latest Cm10 release by Fxp
- Gapps included
- Supercharged, adrenaline boosted, sysctl tweaked and zipaligned.
- Beats Audio
- A camera with 6mp 16:9 photos
- Deleted a few junk apps
- Mass Storage Mode
- A working panorama app by Sony Ericsson.
- Adfree built into system (no Adfree app, no ads)
- My very own vast collection of tweaks for a far better experience
- Choice between Cm10's Aosp home launcher or good old Xperia Home
- Nexus 4 boot animation
- Surprisingly battery friendly, lasting more than 2 days with 5 and a half hours of screen on time
- A nice sleek background to a few dark themed apps like Settings and TB.
- Deleted a lot of poor message, ringtone and alarm tones and added the good old Sony Ericsson ones for easier picking on tones. (Thanks Hotfingers)
- Far better Ram consumption, up to 223mb free and amazing multitasking
- Android 4.2 keyboard, Google Play Music and Gmail app with pinch to zoom. (Thanks SafariKing)
- Very Stable with HDMI being the only bug and rarely any FCing
- Absolutely blazingly fast. With this ROM the Xperia Arc S has outperformed several dual core devices with a 6565 score in Antutu Benchmark. Perhaps the fastest rom available for Xperia Arc and Arc S.
Version 1.1
-Rebased to Fxp152
-Fixed bad zip error
-Minor speed optimizations
-Trimmed down on useless stuff
-Set default ringtone, notification and alarm tones to nice ones
Version 2.0
- Added Walkman player (thanks thilinaC)
- Fixed low brightness issue
- Changed settings app background to one voted by users.
- Fixed 3G battery drain
- Disabled button backlights
- Greatly improved the Dalvik VM tweaks for better gaming performance over long time
- Xperia style settings icon
- Xperia style quick seeings icon
- Redid build.prop tweaks for faster 3G, scrolling, WiFi, better battery life etc.
- Added baseband 72 for better signal and data connection (thanks papayayoghurt)
- Added on screen buttons add-on
Version 2.0.1
- Fixed Bootloop when wiping data before installing.
Version 2.1
- Re-based to Fxp204 for full compatibility with latest Fusion and LuPus kernels.
- Fixed some broken speed tweaks (faster now)
Version 2.2
- Fixed many bugs
- xLoud audio engine
- Xperia Z launcher
- Enabled 720p video recording (18fps)
Version 3.0
- Rebased to latest Fxp
- Huge gaming performance improvements (I'm not much of a gamer, but Temple Run 2 runs smoothly without any lag whatsoever on the highest quality @ 1ghz)
- I fixed some minor bugs
- Changed the old ugly charging animation when switched off
- Fixed a tonne of bugs (thanks besttt)
- Upgraded the Android 4.2 keyboard to the latest version (swype looks better)
- Deleted the old gallery and camera and replaced with Gallery ICS
- Bravia Engine 2
- Some speed tweaking optimizations for faster overall experience
- Some cool theming here and there
- Modded services.jar for 100% functional Supercharger
- A few strings changes
Version 3.1
- Rebased to Fxp210 (lots of improvements there)
- Latest Adreno GPU drivers for better graphical performance
- Fixed reboot to recovery function (included in Usb fix or buttons)
- Fixed System errors on start up
- Removed Bravia Engine 2 for less battery drain
- A few minor speed tweaks
- Fixed bootloop when coming from another rom (again )
User praise:
" Your ROM is very fast.
AWESOME!!! Good Job, I use your ROM!"
Evolutios
"the rom is wonderful so far, fast and smooth"
Mattds
"it is fast, the best JB i tried so far"
yukarundeng
"THIS IS THE BEST ROM IV USED THANKS littlejoelgriffo
LIGHTNING FAST"
Damin777
"I can vouch for this guy and his ROM 100%. Everything is stable and rock solid! Nice work!"
Silencer96
"THX your rom is the FASTEST JB ROM !!!
I can play NFS MW !!!"
XarcShad0w
"Hi,
Just a word: Great Rom
For me, seems better JB rom for Arc s now avalaible
Great job, go on like this"
franyo
"Your ROM is amazing! I used Ultimate HD and i searched a rom with jellybean's design, so, your rom is just perfect! Thanks!"
ZzKrackzZ
"Racing Bean gave other life to my ArcS! I was experiencing a lot of problems caused by lack of RAM with CM and now its gone!"
Lord_Snake
"- To the Rom developer - Where is your Donate Button?!"
nostrike
"absolutely this rom is amazing. features, visuality, productivity and fantasticly fast. i love it and thank you for perfect rom"
armutyus
"This ROM is Just awesome!, Works very nice, clean and smooth."
caqo71
"This Rom is awesome , is really a good job."
lt18
"This rom is truly amazing,I love it its so good looking,fast and stable + battery friendly."
clau22bv
"Very good battery life with this rom. i used fusion v4.0 and every thing work well. fast, stable, battery is very friendly"
hoangluongvinh
"everything is working fine and this ROM is really fast (i'm comming from FXP 201)!!! nice work"
gigabyt3
" I must say that your rom in version 1.1 should have in the changelog something like "Bla bla bla tweaks, and some BLACK MAGIC"
because it made my arc s fly like I have never seen before, even comparing to the old GB times . Thank you for your amazing work, and i can't wait to try version 2! "
Jet70355
"2.01 was great, 2.2 even greater! Why would you release V3, there cant be much to improve!"
2xdehelft
"at playing games,,i already tried temple run,NFS,MC 4,and NOVA 3,,i won't compare with another rom,,but honestly this is the best rom for gaming,just try and you'll never tried another rom "
bo_cah
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Donate:
If you are enjoying my work please consider donating:
Donations are voluntary but allow me to spend more time working on the next version.

NOTE: xLoud Audio Engine plugin will make play store music apps like Poweramp FC on start. Do not flash if you use one.
NOTE 2: If you are facing problems such as "Status Error 7" while installing, read the FAQ
Installation Procedure:
If coming from another rom:
1.Download Racing Bean and a 4.1.2 kernel (recommended Fxp or Fusion)
2.Place the Wi-Fi modules and Racing Bean on your SDcard
3.Flash your chosen kernel via Flashtool, then boot your phone to recovery
4.Wipe data and format /system
5.Flash Racing Bean and Wi-Fi modules
6. Reboot and have Mess around
7. Flash either usb fix OR On screen buttons addon.
If updating from a previous Racing Bean Version:
1. Wipe cache and dalvik cache
2. Flash the update, Wi-Fi modules and either on screen buttons addon OR usb fix. Also any desired addons.
3. Reboot and enjoy!
DOWNLOAD HERE!
DOWNLOAD USB FIX HERE (Made For Version 3.1)
Download ON-SCREEN BUTTONS ADDON HERE (Made for Version 3.1)
Download xLoud Audio Enigne Addon Here
Download Performance Boost Addon Here
Download Performance Boost Restore Here

CREDITS
Huge thanks to FXP - Base Rom
thilinaC - Some Xperia apps.
Safariking - Jelly Bean 4.2 apps
Jman2131 - Rom Banner
singh_dd93 - Great support
bestttt - Various fixes
Just pm me if I missed somebody and I will update the credits shortly.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need WiFi modules for the Fxp kernel?
Nope. Unless your coming from Fusion and had it's modules installed. Then you'd have to reflash the rom in order to have working WiFi with the Fxp kernel
Using Fusion Kernel I get reboots occasionally?
This is a known problem with Fusion kernel. Usually a clean installation will fix this but if you can't be bothered with that, try LuPus.
I'm having problems installing?
Make sure you are using the latest fusion kernel and wiping /system before flashing.
But if all else fails, This will always work
Any battery saving tips? What CPU settings?
In both screenshots in the OP, I used these tips:
1. CPU - 184 ~ 1200mhz InteractiveX with Deadline is optimal for daily usage on the Xperia Arc S.
2. Screen - If you watch your battery stats, you will know that the screen is always the biggest drainer (unless you hardly ever use your phone and keep it in a sock drawer). Decreasing screen brightness and timeout will help lots.
3. Data - As with all Android phones, data usage is a heavy drainer. Whenever you are not in need of internet or are connected to WiFi, turning off data will help greatly.
Can I install with a locked boot loader?
Sorry, no. But unlocking your bootloader is very easy and gives many benefits. Here's a guide on how to do it
I flashed xLoud but there isn't a switch in settings for it!
I am not at the level to edit settings.apk in such an advanced way. So therefore, after flashing xLoud, it is always enabled.
What can I do to repay you?
A simple tap of the thanks button is all I need, but If you're really keen you can donate.

littlejoelgriffo said:
Empty so far.....
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... what is?
downloading now..

Very good! Thanks alot :good:
Does it have onscreen buttons?

Thanks!! One suggestion: keep the rom updated. Make releases, don't give up. Users like updates, a rom that doesn't get upadated once a month

luiseteyo said:
Thanks!! One suggestion: keep the rom updated. Make releases, don't give up. Users like updates, a rom that doesn't get upadated once a month
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bores users very quickly

Could you make a version for xperia Ray.

SWEagle said:
Very good! Thanks alot :good:
Does it have onscreen buttons?
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EDIT: Added on screen buttons, second post.
luiseteyo said:
Thanks!! One suggestion: keep the rom updated. Make releases, don't give up. Users like updates, a rom that doesn't get upadated once a month
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Sure! I'll update at least once a fort night and if I fail to do so I'll probably put a big red "Discontinued" on the OP.
knightthgink said:
Could you make a version for xperia Ray.
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I don't own a Xperia ray. I could try to port but so far I'm concentrating on Arc. Please keep in mind, this is my first custom rom.

Look good
hope that battery life is awesome, too

Do you include inverted apps too?

is this for locked bootloader too?
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium

G-martar said:
is this for locked bootloader too?
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium
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nope

Seems awesome, is there a plan to upgrade the camera to 8mp?
:good:

Coming from cm10 AOKP m1 r2 wiped everything and got status 7 error when installing. Bad zip or something else?

Sounds really good. But, does it retain the Bravia Engine and XLoud? And you seem to have downgraded the camera from 8 mpx to 6 mpx. How does that fare? Do let me know.

Another Rom Dev... I like it
Nice work mate... Hope ur rom get's a lot attention.
Cheers...

Is this ROM like fxp roms with low brightness ?

hungragezone said:
Look good
hope that battery life is awesome, too
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Look at the screenshots in the OP, once I got over 2 days another time 3 days and 4 hours. Does that count as awesome?
kaz93 said:
Do you include inverted apps too?
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No. Too ugly.
tuncay_93 said:
Is this ROM like fxp roms with low brightness ?
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If you look at the credits, its based on Fxp. Though I know how to fix. I'll put on my to-do
EDIT: Fixed low brightness issue in Version 2.0
inconn said:
Seems awesome, is there a plan to upgrade the camera to 8mp?
:good:
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Umm, 8mp is already included.

Related

[ROM][CM7.2] HomICS 2.0 Venus | Beats Audio | JB Extras (13/08/2012)

HomICS 2.0 Venus
Based on CyanogenMod 7.2 Stable Release
Not just an ICS ROM look alike anymore
It's the fastest Gingerbread ROM so far
Mixing beautiful look with speed and responsiveness
Stable/Smooth/Fast
For Daily Usage
by homi3kh
Not believe it's fast? See the video Still not convinced? Test it!
Sorry for video quality because it was taken with my Nokia 6700s
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Jelly Bean Wallpapers | Beats Logo Music Player
Nexus 7 Boot Animation | Jelly Bean Wallpapers App
Camcorder Work as Charm | ICS Style Settings Layout
1.0.1 @787MHz | 2.0.0 @768MHz
Instruction:
1. Wipe data/reset factory
2. Wipe cache
3. Advanced > Wipe dalvik-cache
4. Flash the ROM
6. Reboot (Take a bit longer cuz ROM is deodexed)
7. Enjoy
Navigation: Screenshots | Changelogs
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What's new in 2.0 Venus?
Beats Audio integrated
There's no fancy icon or apps but you will hear the different
With V6 SuperCharger Update 8
Launcher is hard to kill and it won't restart or redraw easily.
Lagfree, swiping is super smooth and responsive.
Multitasking works much better.
With Loopy Smoothness Tweaks
Phone UI will laod immediately when someone call you, you can answer the call in first ring. No more missing call.
Improved Lock Screen touch responsiveness.
No more spikes lag when entering PIN.
Smoother notification on status bar, and faster pull down menu response.
Launcher won't lag when Media Scanner is running in the background.
Installing and Uninstalling apps while doing other tasks are now possible.
Playing game will now work smoother and lagfree.
With Custom build.prop and init.d script
Apps will open instantenously, etc. Camera app open in 1 sec.
Render UI with GPU, JPEG quality to 100%.
Increase touch and scrolling responsiveness.
Internet speed tweaks, save battery by some wifi tweaks.
Some kernel and vm management tweaks.
Defrag database files, and tweaks ondemand governors to save battery.
ICS Style Settings Layout
Custom hosts files to block ads (22/06/2012)
Global gps.config files, might or might not help gps lock
Old recommendations are now default settings
Revert CPU speed back to ondemand 245-768MHz on boot
Overall: The fastast gingerbread ROM you can get, test it before you judge.
Purpose:
Ever since Ice Cream Sandwich released, I fell in love with it's futuristic UI. However, since CM9 is not officially supported our Legend, I made this CM 7.2 ROM to mimic ICS look with the stability of CM7.2.
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New Recommendation:
- Disable comcache if you are using and disable lock launcher in memory, cuz it interfere with V6 SuperCharger.
- Don't use other app2sd script that move system dalvik-cache to SD Card, it will slow system down and make this ROM unresponsive. Use link2sd that I provided it work with this ROM just great
* If you don't like the apps I had put in, just install other app that u preferred.
** Use your prefered CPU overclock app to change CPU speed to 600MHz if you got random reboot.
*** Fresh boot into ROM for the first time? Do an Antutu benchmark and share with us
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Acknowledgment:
google, ali ba and cyanogenmod team, xda-developers community, qihoo team of 360.cn (based)
aChep, jasonevil (themes and patches)
zeppelinrox (V6 SuperCharger)
eoghan2t7, lpy (Loopy Smoothness)
*se-nsei. (Beats Audio Port)
knzo (build.prop and init.d script tips)
Kol_tk (deodex tool)
melvinchng (launcher tips)
chrisbanks2 (Icons)
ak700 (ICS style settings)
* I tweaks this ROM personally and edit many xmls and pngs.
** So click thanks if you like this ROM
*** Don't forget to rate 5 Stars too ^_^
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Known issues/bugs:
* Please test and report to me with clear explanation what went wrong
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Code:
[SIZE="4"][FONT="Lucida Console"][B]Features:[/B][/FONT][/SIZE]
[LIST=1]
[*]Fully translated launcher (Most of it)
[*]Multi-Languages ROM
[*]Based on CM 7.2 Final Deodexed
[*]Gapp intergrated into ROM
[*]ICS look but with twisted elements
[*]Launcher is faster and smoother
[*]Updated Lockscreen and Widgets (Download in Launcher)
[*]Launcher UI improvement with ICS inspire layout
[*]Ondemand 245-768MHz on boot
[*]Use search buttons as Power key
[*]New Music player with ICS look
[*]Flash Player and Bravia Engine integrated
[*]Beats Audio integrated
[*]Battery line indicator like MIUI ROM
[*]Extra awesome apps:
[LIST]
[*]Solid Explorer - Root and Normal file management
[*]Link2SD - App2SD script with GUI that doesn't slow down system
[*]SD-Booster - Boost your SD Card read and write speed, 2048 is recommended
[/LIST]
[*]Included 3 various ICS themes to choose
[*]and more...
[/LIST]
Code:
[SIZE="4"][FONT="Lucida Console"][B]Downloads:[/B][/FONT][/SIZE]
[URL="http://tinyurl.com/c8ehro7"]HomICS 1.0 Mercury[/URL]
[URL="http://tinyurl.com/bt3n7nd"]HomICS 1.0.1 Mercury[/URL]
[SIZE="2"][B][URL="http://tinyurl.com/covdxm7"]HomICS 2.0 Venus[/URL]
[URL="http://tinyurl.com/bpj84uc"]Jelly Bean Extras for 2.0 Venus[/URL]
[/B][/SIZE]
Note: Patches and Extras don't need to wipe anything.
However only flash it after you boot into this ROM once before flashing.
Do not flash HomICS then flash the patch, at least boot once, I repeat

Changelogs and Development
Changelogs:
2.0 (24/06/2012)
Beats Audio integration
V6 SuperCharger integration
Loopy Smoothness integration
Custom build.prop and init.d script
ICS Style Settings Layout
Custom hosts files to block ads (22/06/2012)
Global gps.config files, might or might not help gps lock
Old recommendations are now default settings
Revert CPU speed back to ondemand 245-768MHz on boot
1.0.1 (17/06/2012)
Based on CM 7.2 Final Release
Release status bar patch
Fix launcher bugs, User Center and My Theme not work
Lockscreen buttons glinches
Now look as screenshot when first boot.
And various bugs squishing...
Todo Lists:
New custom kernel (work in progress)
Intergret AROMA Installer
Reserved for further updates...
* Next version code name is 2.0 Venus > 3.0 Earth > 4.0 Mars > 5.0 Jupiter > and so on...

Screenshots
Screenshots
Nexus 7 & CM9 CID Boot Animation
Jelly Bean Wallpapers
HomICS Custom Lockscreen UI
HomICS Modded Launcher with Cold Fusion Icons
Transparent Phone UI | Transparent DeskClock UI
ICS Style Camera UI | Camcorder ICS Style UI
Status Bar Patched | ICS Style Settings
Music Player with Beats Icon | Flash Player Settings in Browser
Wi-Fi Tethering | Wi-Fi Sleep/Wake

Downloading for test!

looks cool. Downloading now

hi
I'm sorry I can't Write English Very well
sometime when I telling with my cell phone sound is worse
can i fix it problem
Thank you

this roms interface is great but of no use. i used it with all tweaks and tricks mentioned but it was only able to make it work for 3-4 minutes..after that my phone got hanged and i had to remove the battery. this same thing happened 8 times so uninstalled it
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girish07 said:
this roms interface is great but of no use. i used it with all tweaks and tricks mentioned but it was only able to make it work for 3-4 minutes..after that my phone got hanged and i had to remove the battery. this same thing happened 8 times so uninstalled it
Sent from my Legend using xda premium
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Can you report abit more useful? Like what did you do that caused the hang? I'm using it right now but I got no hang @@ did u do a fresh flash.

topnumber7 said:
hi
I'm sorry I can't Write English Very well
sometime when I telling with my cell phone sound is worse
can i fix it problem
Thank you
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i'll try to replicate the bug u mentions, if it's happen for everyone else i'll try to fix it

The hang might be because of the default overclock. My Legend for example doesn't like overclocking at all, causing hangs almost immediately if I even try.

Corman- said:
The hang might be because of the default overclock. My Legend for example doesn't like overclocking at all, causing hangs almost immediately if I even try.
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how come, i use 787 all the times and got no error, is ur device never can overclock?

yes....i installed it as complete fresh rom
Sent from my Legend using xda premium

and can you please give a link of the translated version of the launcher.
Sent from my Legend using xda premium

homi3kh said:
how come, i use 787 all the times and got no error, is ur device never can overclock?
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Indeed, I cannot get my phone stable when overclocked. If I play some music, if I browse the Market or surf the internet, chances are high my Legend will hang. All CPU's are equal, but some are better than others.

this is an ics lookalike...
maybe you should point out that it's GB, since it's based on cm7.2

Corman- said:
The hang might be because of the default overclock. My Legend for example doesn't like overclocking at all, causing hangs almost immediately if I even try.
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Yes 787mhz is too much

pasanjay said:
Yes 787mhz is too much
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so what CPU speed is not too much? i even use 806 without hang.
farukb said:
this is an ics lookalike...
maybe you should point out that it's GB, since it's based on cm7.2
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why should I? are you suggesting CM7.2 is ice cream sandwich? i put in the threat title pretty clear it's based on CM7 so what the hell?
Corman- said:
Indeed, I cannot get my phone stable when overclocked. If I play some music, if I browse the Market or surf the internet, chances are high my Legend will hang. All CPU's are equal, but some are better than others.
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what is your radio version? i thought all legend are the same maybe i'm wrong
girish07 said:
and can you please give a link of the translated version of the launcher.
Sent from my Legend using xda premium
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how can i give u link, that launcher is in english already and in the play store but i edit out any left over chinese charactor.

homi3kh said:
why should I? are you suggesting CM7.2 is ice cream sandwich? i put in the threat title pretty clear it's based on CM7 so what the hell?
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homi3kh said:
Purpose:
As Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich for Legend is still under development. Zeubea's ROM is amazing but there are some bugs with codec that rendered us unable to play HD videos, record videos, capture panoramic images, and sometimes unresponsiveness of lock screen. Which I find quite bad for daily usage. So this ROM comes to life, it was made for myself but I decided to share with you guys
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then why compare it to zeubea's ics rom?....there's no need, or even logic to compare it to a rom which in fact really is ICS...

farukb said:
then why compare it to zeubea's ics rom?....there's no need, or even logic to compare it to a rom which in fact really is ICS...
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what is your definition of comparing? to me i didn't compare and my statement isn't look like comparing at all, read it clearly. This is development section about a ROM if you got no bug to report stop posting none sense stuff here... even if I compare it's my own RIGHT.

homi3kh said:
i'll try to replicate the bug u mentions, if it's happen for everyone else i'll try to fix it
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Thank you
but I don't have any problem in another CM7 ROM.
I have the same problem in the "Lewa OS" & This ROM.
I don't know why I have this problem

(ROM)(JB4.2/ICS)(Both BL)Beautiful ICS|v4 Extreme innovation(25/12/12}

Beautiful ICS
Just a few things to note before you start
Beautiful ICS is an android 4.2.1(JB) ROM based on .587 by Sony Ericsson Arc/Arc S.
The ROM is highly customizable is essentially AOKP Running on top of the stable Stock ICS with working features such as Stock Sony Camera and HDMI Working
If you haven't tried this ROM yet then you are seriously missing out, it is the most innovative ROM for the Xperia Arc/S merging together AOKP features and AOSP UI with the Stock Stable sony experience with excellent battery life
Changelog + Hotfixes will be present on post #2
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ROM Features:-Heavily Tweaked; very fast and fluid UI
-Highly customizable
- AOKP ROM control intergrated
-Vanilla ICS Themed Apps ( See Screenshots)
-Vanila ICS Apps ( See Screenshots)
-Lots and lots of other optimizations, such as minfree adjustment, I/O tweaks, VM tweaks, SD Card Read Speed tweaks, JIT tweaks etc..
-Zip aligned etc
-Super Smooth
-Battery friendly
-AOSP Lockscreen
-AOSP Framework
-xLOUD
-Bravia Engine
-
-Known Issues:
- Vibration bug when using keyboard- Fix by changing vibration duration to a positive value in Keyboard settings/advanced settings
How to Install:
1. Make a CWM Backup incase anything goes wrong (Optional)
2. Copy Beautiful ICS v1.zip to SD card of your phone
3. Flash kernel via fastboot by typing: fastboot flash boot boot.img (Ignore this Step if you have a locked BL)
4. Boot into CWM recovery by pressing the volume down button during boot up when the LED flashes purple
5.Wipe everything ( data, cache + dalvik cache)
6. Go into install zip from SD card and find Beautiful ICS v1.zip
7. Then flash it, Reboot and Enjoy 
For Locked Bootloader
Same instructions but BEFORE all that
1. Make sure you are on Stock ICS before flashing
Downloads:
Beautiful ICS v4
Kernel- XARC Kernel by Sirkay

Credits:-Sony/ Erricson Dev Team for Base ROM
-Google for Vanilla ICs
-hei1125- various tweaks
-Devs here on XDA
-Sirkay
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Changelog:
Code:
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-Inital Release
-Ported Most Apps Including AOSP Incall screen
-Stable
-Tweaked for extra smooth-ness
-V2
-Updated most apps
-Tweaked, smoother than before
-Cleaned up init.d
-Fixed graphical glitches
-[B][I][U]ADDED AOKP ROM CONTROL:[/U][/I][/B] Took a very long time, finally
-V3
-Improved Camera? quality -Much better picture quality
-Optimised more- Smoother
-Reboot to recovery in Power menu added
-Onscreen button settings in AOKP ROM Control fixed- Should be working perfectly now
-Weather text in Statusbar finally works ( FINALLY, took so long to fix this guys because it is a modified Stock notification bar with aosp elements being forced into it)
-Fixed LED
-Updated UI a bit more, AOSP look refined
-Added new libs
-New tweaks
V4
[U]-AOKP JB 4.2 Framework Ported[/U]
[U]-Project Butter implemented[/U]
-Released for multiple 2011 devices
-4.2 Keyboard implemented
-4.2 Wallpapers and UI
-Fixed Graphical Glitches
-Fixed gradient background issues, e.g settings background
-Optimised the ROM more, should be much smoother
-Modded Apex to make it smoother and use 4.2 Wallpaper
-Update apps
-Supremecy tweaks also added
-More free Ram available
[/SIZE][/FONT][/INDENT][/INDENT]
Hotfixes:
Lagfix on ROM v4
Addons:
1. Xperia Keyboard- Any Version of ROM
2.Google Voice Search
Simply flash in CWM. (CWM Backup is always recommended incase something goes wrong)
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-Without any doubt the best Ics rom for me Thanks a lot!
Sorin90
-Flashed this last night and can confirm no bugs atall, very fast and smooth. Possibly the best ics rom so far mate.
Sinkster
-The rom is just amazing and smooth
king007khan
-Omg so fast and battery friendly for two days now. ROM is super smooth +I love customization of AOKP rom control. Thanks DINESH!!!!! Amazing ROM best i tried since CM10 but cm10 too buggy for me. NEED HDMI SO THIS IS BEST ROM with speed, looks, customization and battery friendly
Johnsmith12345

Guys, I spend a lot of time working on this ROM making everything work and need to buy a new computor because my computor I use is very very old and it always reboots so I can't evem upload files let alone debug files. in order to speed up compiling and debugging my ROM/kernel and I am not demanding donations but if you appreciate my work and want to speed up how fast I make innovative updates then a donation will make a big difference.
Thank you
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-Johnsmith12345
-Sorin90

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first of all when i scroll through the menu, it isn't smooth, a little lag
and so sad that no battery mod at all
battery in deepsleep is ok (5% in 6,5 hours)
Default gmaill app alway force close
The sound is too loud, even with lowest volume
play store error???
I will report later

GREAT !! When I started to install your ROM ( with full wipe ), It works flawlessly , I'm testing only for LT15 with system partition 419 MB !! AWESOME

is it support Themes like CM9 rom?
Sent from my LT18i using xda app-developers app

screen shot?????

Another Rom... I always love tryin new rom . Downloading now....

Will it be ported to the MK16?

cachanilla86 said:
Will it be ported to the MK16?
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This is exactly like JJs hybrid rom. Use that on the pro. It's more less the same thing.

hungragezone said:
first of all when i scroll through the menu, it isn't smooth, a little lag
and so sad that no battery mod at all
battery in deepsleep is ok (5% in 6,5 hours)
Default gmaill app alway force close
play store error???
I will report later
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Bro you sure you wiped completely when flashing, don't have those issues and no one else reported. And its first release I'll add battery mods etc later
daniLaLaLaLaLa said:
is it support Themes like CM9 rom?
Sent from my LT18i using xda app-developers app
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Not ATM, will be tough because this is not AOSP but maybe I'll try and port it later
Akbar.e said:
screen shot?????
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Theres many in the thread isn't there
cachanilla86 said:
Will it be ported to the MK16?
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Yeah soon I will

run with stock kernel?

Stock ICS yes but I recommend the kernel in op for b optimum performance
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2

Theres many in the thread isn't there
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plz more screenshots..
tnx:good:

dinesh690 said:
Stock ICS yes but I recommend the kernel in op for b optimum performance
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perfect! thanks, test now :good:

this is a jj hybrid rom copy with some new things

Mate, this is not based off his ROM or anything. I ported it all myself, but yes I did use his work as inspiration ofc. It is based on .587 unlike his older release so most stuff was incompatible to begin with.
An AOSP themed Sony ROM is going to always be similair to other ones, but Im hoping to port more things and make it more unique.

XtremeSilencer said:
this is a jj hybrid rom copy with some new things
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Its not a copy!
YOU should first make a good ROM, BEFORE spamming other threads with useless ignorant comments.
And Yes, 95% of all stock based ROMs are made with 7ZIP...
This is NOT made with 7zip by putting other people work together and calling it a ROM. (Mine also not cuz' i follow the same thing, a unique rom )

Flashed this last night and can confirm no bugs atall, very fast and smooth. Possibly the best ics rom so far mate.

[ROM][4.2.2][Arc/S][AOSP] SJB X 4.5 Enjoy Xperia Styled Jelly Bean [11 sep 2013]

HELLO AND WELCOME
Introduction : Super Jelly Bean X is an Android 4.2 based rom. It is based on clean Android (aosp). This Rom is a continued project after my Super Jelly Bean project which was based on android 4.1.2.
I am happy to inform everyone that Super Jelly Bean based on 4.1.2 was a huge success (Thanks to everyone(even the one's who criticized it ) for making it better after every update ) . Now I want to present you an Android 4.2 based custom rom.
Enjoy !
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I want to present you my android 4.2 and xperia S/Z based custom rom
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Features :
*Based on AOSP built by PCfighter
*Lite rom with 0 bloat
*Uses the 3.4.XX kernel
*Bluetooth works flawlessly
*Xperia Honami Launcher
*Xperia Honami Widgets (clocks,onofftools,weather,recentcalls,reboot)
*Xperia Z styled status bar (SystemUI)
*Fully Xperia Z Styled framework
*Xperia Z keyboard
*Xperia Fonts
*Xperia Z styled Settings
*Xperia Z album application
*Xperia Z calender and Calculator
*All Other Apps themed to Xperia Z Style
*Better camera app with better UI
*Xperia Honami wallpapers
*Button Backlight Permanently disabled
*Nexus bootanimation
*Some Quality play store applications(play music,google keep, MX player )
*Xperia Smilies in the messaging application
*Great Ram management
*Does not slow down like ICS
*Good battery life and low overnight drain
GAMES TESTED:
1.Temple Run 2
2.Temple Run
3.NFS MW
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User Reviews :
chauhanjayc says :
blasting nice and fast rom
you are a legend man
thanx a lot for such a great rom
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Marchinho6 says :
Very great rom @Harsh.
The option of toggle bar is very important for me. Try to add in next update :thumbup:
For the rest speed and.battery is very very good.
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k66473 says :
Highly recommend ROM.
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kkyyb says :
Great job! This Rom is the most smooth one of the many Roms that I have tried. Keep going man!
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elshur says :
This is what i say, the best rom for your ARC, i propose that everybody make an OLA to this guy
Regards
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AhmadMarikar says :
Super ROM. Ultra fast, everything seems to be working! Very happy
SJB X 4
Zero Lags and good gaming performance!
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tigger360 says :
Thanks @harsh586 for this wonderful rom. It runs better than any 4.x rom i have every tried
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morfys says :
Excellent ROM, loved it.. rated 5 *
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scraber says :
Gotta admit that battery is awesome.
After 8 hours of work - I just talked for about 15-20 mins and typo-ed some messages
My battery dropped from 35% to 28%!
That's even less than 1% per hour.
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X 4.5 CHANGELOG : [11 september][latest]
AOSP based
Fully odexed rom (more stability and better battery life)
Latest 3.4.60 kernel from mike
Every single bug (except launcher) FIXED.
Non stretched camera from android 4.3 added with gallery and panorama working(a bit buggy)
Xperia album removed
Motorola camera removed
No more fcs in xperia toggles
Quick reply option in SMS app
Better themed call interface
Usb switcher app included (to switch easily to mass storage)
More status bar theming
Xperia Walkman app included with music widget
google play music removed
A better lag free Xperia keyboard application
Better tweaking done
All apps zipaligned
Ringtones fixed
Apps updated to their latest versions
Finally battery life has also been improved.
A lot more changes which i so cannot remember as v4 was a long time back
Changelog and screenshots for v4.0
v4.0 : This is still AOSP , no themes. This will deliver an almost complete Xperia look on android 4.2.2
*Based on v6 by PCFighter
*Fully Xperia Z Styled framework
*Xperia Z Styled status bar
*Better Camera Application
*Fast Sony Album Application
*Sony Applications like Calender , Calculator
*Themed Contacts , Phone and mms apps
*Latest 3.4.54 Kernel which solves random reboots to an extent
*Front Camera fixed
*Back button fixed from source
*Fully updated apps(play music , keep , gmail )
*Removed some apps again
*Battery drainage improved
*Xperia fonts
*Better and minimal tweaks to the main source
*Speed tweaks
this update gives a unified xperia Z look to our phones .
Unfortunately xperia launcher app disappear problem cannot be fixed as of now. the solution is to clear data of the launcher after all apps are transferred to sd. then every app will show up in the launcher
Every other previous problem has been fixed in this version. This is good for a daily use Rom.
Enjoy. !
Important Notes :
1.Gapps not included , flash them seperately
2.Dont post about stability of rom until 2 days of using the rom.. it is pretty stable as per my usage but let the rom settle down
3.use the kernel which is present in the zip file for best results
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Caution : I am not responsible for any damage done to your device or your head by using this you are making these changes on your own..
Rules : All XDA rules.
Do not use this rom as a base for your own custom rom. because a lot of hard work has gone into making it.. thanks.
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If you like my work , hit thanks button and rate the thread 5 star
More screenshots : here
People with less than 10 posts , click here

Downloads
X v4.5 (Use kernel in the zip only.)
debloated latest gapps 4.2.2 [ compulsory ]

ADDONS :
USB Mass Storage
Walkman sjb
4.2.2 keyboard
Viper sound increase mod
Wifi locker/fixer
Sense 5 clock

If you are too excited using my rom , then consider donating to these people :
CREDITS:
PCFighter
Mikeioannina
ra3al
FXP: cm10 device trees
CyanogenMod: great software
cm42semc
shufuking
nAa: awesome kernels
M66B: bug fixes, features/improvements
ThilinaC
FAQ :
*Where is developer options ?
tap build number in about phone , 7 times
*Where is performance settings ?
not included. download nofrills cpu from play if you really need it
*Recommended Performance settings ?
Unchanged ! thats why the app is not included
*No quick panel settings ?
flash Gapps
*Having reboots,lags?
clean install again
*what are the bugs ?
panorama , hdmi
*what can i do to repay you ?
hit thanks
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Some known issues :
Launcher forgets sd card apps
Just that do not expect great battery life as 3.4 kernel isn't the best for battery. The rom is also my daily driver and i can get a days usage..I will not lie to any of you to brag about my rom..

Wow!
Wow! This is great news :good:
I have been using SJB for past few weeks and it is the best 4.1.2 ROM that I have tried. Also, I have been trying to give an Xperia feel to SJB by applying different mods/ports without any satisfaction. So, its indeed a wonderful to get an Xperia themed JB ROM from you. Many thanks!
My wishlist :
Small Apps
SEMC Phonebook/Dialer/Conversations (black themed)
SEMC Clock/Alarms (already available?)
Will try it out right away...

Can someone please make a mirror of my rom.? On dev host or mediafire or any other better site... The dropbox link will soon disappear if there are too many downloads.. PM me if anyone is willing to.

thanks friend and very nice rum most beautiful things I have seen now I try test

Is there any way we can have this on RAY ?

great job @harsh586 ! Time to make OSBs?
Someone upload the framework-res for me
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium

Themike_10452 said:
great job @harsh586 ! Time to make OSBs?
Someone upload the framework-res for me
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
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Yups bro, please make osb for this rom.
Thanks
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium

download
part 1 link not workin

Dropbox have limitation.
You should never upload to dropbox, if wanna share a rom...
Link is dead.

Grab your OSBs here Thread will be always up-to-date
>>SJB OSB MOD<<
@harsh586 Please add this to OP
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium

Yes i know dropbox has limitation . But my connection is poor and was continuously failing on dev-host. I was hoping for someone to make a mirror . but guess no one is doing it. I am trying re uploading and hopefully it'll be done.

Touch Screen
I would really like to try your this great ROM, but I worry that I'll faced the touch-screen-not-functioning problem as in SJB... I tried to find solutions but someone ( sorry I forgot who ) in this forum told me that 2011 series Xperia phones will have such problem (touch screen problem) if the custom ROM is not based on stock ROM...

Nice Work (Y)
i like very much your Rom .. its very fast and smooth .. the best 4.2.2 ROM till now so thank you very much.
i had camera fc problem and i solved by clearing data and reboot... another think, i miss the cm10.1 menu where we can modify status bar toggles coz i really need some function on it like 3G/2G toggle, torch toggle.... any way to get this without losing this fantastic rom?

Dropbox link is dead. I will wait for mirror links.

This account's public links are generating too much traffic and have been temporarily disabled!

harsh586 said:
Yes i know dropbox has limitation . But my connection is poor and was continuously failing on dev-host. I was hoping for someone to make a mirror . but guess no one is doing it. I am trying re uploading and hopefully it'll be done.
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I can make a mirror, maybe for a backup? I can give it to you and if actual link goes down you have the backup one I don't have rom zip, so I'll wait till you post it

Thanks @harsh586 for this great rom:highfive:
People who cant download this wonderful rom from the dropbox can try here ----» X rom v4.0 PART 1:good:

[Rom]{JB 4.1.2}[Arc/Arc S] Remixes Rom v4 (TouchWIz UI)

After months of hardwork,I present to you...
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Disclaimer(MUST READ):
Code:
Your warranty is now void...
I will not hold any responsibility if you get any brick phone,dead sd cards,
bootloop, your phone goes bonkers.etc(mostly won't happen)
Please do some research before making these modifications.
YOU are the one that make the decision to make these modifications.
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 Description:
Remixes rom(RXR) is a one of a kind rom, that you don't get to see everyday.
It is themed to have a touchwizz feeling, as the UI is fully modded and themed.
This rom is also perfect for gaming and has very good battery life!!!
Well, action speak louder that words, start downloading and use the rom now!:fingers-crossed:
Changelog/Features:
Version 1.0
- Initial release
- Base on latest cm10 release by fxp
- Supercharged 100%
- Adfree built into system(no ads, ad-free apps)
- Lots of free ram
- Added in my collection of tweaks
- Xperia z bootanimation
- Dsp manager
- no public release
And much more^^
Version 1.1
- Adrenaline boosted
- Sysctl tweaked-
- Zipaligned
- Minor tweaks
- Google 4.2 keyboard
- Deleted useless apps
- Apollo music player
- New system background
- Fix bootloop
- Enable 720p recording(on supported kernel)
- Fixed tons of bugs
- Added game engine
- Great multitasking
- Gapps included
- no public release
And much more^^
Version 2.0
(29 November 2013)
- Latest gpu driver
- Added bravia engine 2(make pictures/phone look nicer, will consume battery)
- Rebuild build.prop
- Fix minor speed tweaks
- Fix few bugs
- Added in 4.3 camera
- Touchwiz launcher(nova launcher eats too much ram)
- Xperia z lockscreen(replace nexus lockscreen, too plain)
- Awesome new 'S-XPERIA' bootanimation
- Stunning new animations
- Added dalvik VM tweaks
- Transparent dialogs and toasts
- Super smooth interface
- Wifi and 3g connection speed tweaks
- Super lite(only 6.5md used)
- HEAVILY TWEAKED for gaming and battery life
- Superb battery life(easily last be 2 days)
- Sony clear audio+
- Seeder entropy tweaks(reduce lags)(may consume battery)
- Fake 720p recording(on unsupported kernels)
- xLoud
- Samsung S4 ui sounds
- Modded ui
- More free ram
- Gapps removed
- Fixed panorama bug
- Solid stable(HDMI being the only bug, i suppose)
And much more^^
Version 3.0
(3 December 2013)
- Updated touchwiz launcher
- Fixed some tweaks
- Added X-reality engine(drains more battery but even better than bravia engine 2)
- Added more tweaks
- 100% functional supercharger
- Fixed some minor bug
- Added gallery kk
- Added more compatible addons
- Rebuild some tweaks
- More smoother experience
- Removed seeder app(if you want it, at addons)
- Does not slow down like some roms(removed crappy apps that slow down device)
- Might boot longer(zipligning in progress)
- Some speed optimizations for faster overall experience
- Improve stabality
And much more^^
Version 4.0
(25 December 2013)
- Fater boot time
- Replaced and added more UI sounds
- Added xperia album and removed gallery kkou want it)
- Removed xperia lockscreen(go to addons if you wamt it)
- Change to nexus lockscreen(xperia lockscreen eats many ram)
- Added xperia movies(enjoy your videos with peak performance)
-added spremacy trilogy script
- Rebuild some tweaks(some tweaks not working in v3)
- Downgrade to TouchWiz launcher v1.0(v1.0 is smoother and faster)
- Modded touchwiz UI(made by me)
- Replaces system background with Touchwiz's
- 15 steps volume(only for media)
- TouchWiz app icons
- Improved Performance
- Minor ram optimization
- Improved stability
- Removed those fancy framework
- Totally new framework(made by me:fingers-crossed
And much more^^
Devices:
Devices supported...
-Arc
-Arc S
(need help on that, any assistant will be appriciated)
Installation:
For unlocked bootloader ONLY
-install rom, kernel, modules, gapp into sd-card
-install firmware
-flash firmware through flashtool(using flash mode)
-flash the kernel through fastboot (by holding menu key when connecting to pc/com)
-go into CWM recovery
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache
-wipe dalvik cache
-format system
-install rom
-install kernel modules
-install gapps
-reboot
-flash addon ONLY AFTER reboot
Downloads:
Rom v4-->http://d-h.st/I6v
Rom v3-->http://d-h.st/nLE
Rom v2-->http://d-h.st/wum
Kernel-->http://d-h.st/QWZ
Kernel modules-->http://d-h.st/w7h
Optimize Gapps-->http://d-h.st/BU1
Firmwares-
4.1.B.0.431 (4.0.3) - http://d-h.st/bpm
4.1.B.0.587 (4.0.4) - http://d-h.st/kYX
4.1.B.1.13 (4.0.4) - http://d-h.st/x7m
Addons:
Xperia Z Theme-->http://d-h.st/f45
(Flash using CWM)
TouchWiz Theme-->http://d-h.st/IJw
(Flash using CWM)
XBooster(boost my xperia)-->http://d-h.st/cti
(Download as normal apk)
Seeder Entropy-->http://d-h.st/AEc
(Download as normal apk)
Walkman(with some other apps) go here-->http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1786767
(Flash using CWM
Samsung File Manger-->http://d-h.st/38C
(Flash using CWM)
Xperia Z lockscreen-->http://d-h.st/zY8
(Flash through CWM)
Screenshots:
Banners:
Use these banners as your signature to support me
Credits:
-Fxp(their cm10 as base)
-tchsvy(for introduction banner)
-emwno(supremacy trilogy script)
If you like my rom please do not donate to me( i do not accept money)
instead, you can hit thanks/rate this thread 5 stars/use my rom banner as your signature:highfive:
Reminder:
Do not mirror my rom, use it as your base rom,
or use any part of this rom elsewhere.
(offenders will be reported)
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And please use the provided gapps, it is only 40mb, and optimize for this rom.
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Feel free to
leave a comment/suggestion/room for improvement/feature request/bugss/... Thank you:fingers-crossed:
Junior members? Don't have 10 posts??
Cannot post on this thread yet??
Click It-->http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2569300

FAQ-Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Must i flash the modules for kernel?
Nope, opitional. However it is very recommended (improve wifi and fix a few wifi issues)
I am having problem installing
Did you do a full wipe?
(You should'nt have any problem if you did a clean install)
My wifi is not working
Remember to flash kernel modules
I keep getting random reboot
It is a kernel bug, usually a full wipe will fix it:good:
Can i install with a locked bootloader?
Sorry, but no... But it is very simple to unlock your bootloader
I am having bootloop(stuck on logo)
(Wait for 10 mins before concluding that you are having bootloop)
Reflash rom again through cwm or flash stock firmware.via flashtool(firmware at download section)
And, did you do a clean install. You wont have bootloop if u did full wipes
Any battery saving tips, cpu settings?
-3g/wifi/bluetooth/... - turning off them when not in use will save some battery
-Screen- lower your brightness and decrease screen timeout, it will help alot
-CPU- recommended governor (interactiveX, daily use)(smartass v2, multitasking)
keep in mind that overclocking higher will increase performance but drain battery
underclocking lower will result in some lags but increase battery life
-Task manager- I added in the samsung stock task manager for you guys to use
Try not to download other taskmanager as it will be stored as background apps and consume battery
Why did you add in bravia engine 2? It consumes battery...
I am fully aware that it consumes battery guys Theres a few reasons...
-bravia engine 2 will boost video/pictures quality up to another level:good:
-It make your pictures, videos games look nicer
-Also increase gaming performance
(i also added X-reality engine, better than Bravia engine 2)
VISIT THIS LINK-->http://developer.sonymobile.com/201...r-viewing-experience-to-the-next-level-video/
Any features in this rom to boost music quality?
Yess:laugh:, of course. Sony Clear Audio+ is added in this rom to boost music performance/quality.
Sony Clear Audio+ is a software that is somewhat similar to an equalizer
Whats more, IT IS AN AUTO EQUALIZER, that works flawlessly, without draining battery
or consuming much ram like other ordinary equalizer!!! There is also xLoud, Sony Clear Bass+...
What is xLoud?
xLoud is a volume booster(make sound louder), that also increase sound quality.
However, it might cause FC from some apps like Poweramp/ and some other music players.
I am having issues with this rom
If there is any bugs/problems/issues/room for improvement, please tell me, i will try to fix it or make it better on the next updates:laugh:
Which kernel do you use?
I use kernel fusion 5.5, in the download section,
but since fusion doesn't support 720p (HD) recording,
you can try fxp kernel or lupus kernel(not tested by me though)
but use fusion for optimum performance:cyclops:
What can i do to repay you
You can hit thanks or rate this thread 5 stars or use my banner as you signature^^
(took me a long time to come up and make the banner:fingers-crossed
:angel:
Feel free to leave a comment^^

Extras
Requests:
I need help on a few things(my pc is spoiled recently...)
1. Modified kernel
2. Port to other devices(2011 line)
3. Mass storage mod
Please PM me if you can help out...
Even if you are not very good at doing it, its fully okay:good:
Any help will be appriciated and full creddits will be given

Screenshots?

esarve said:
Screenshots?
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First post^^

look nice :good:

looks really nice and has every thing i want in my daily rom great job bro .... but i really care about my battery life so can u add bravia 2 and the seeder thing as addons?? or teach me how to get rid of them cause i wanna get the best battery i can in my daily rom thanks alot for the great rom man

IIIRODIII said:
looks really nice and has every thing i want in my daily rom great job bro .... but i really care about my battery life so can u add bravia 2 and the seeder thing as addons?? or teach me how to get rid of them cause i wanna get the best battery i can in my daily rom thanks alot for the great rom man
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You can edit the build.prop(delete the line which have 'bravia engine 2' on it
I will probably delete it for the next update(drain too much battery juice)

Guys, if there are any bugs/problems/issues/room for improvement, please tell me.

I hope that some JB will have mods and Z1 look like many ICS based roms I think I see that in this one, I will subscribe ...looks promising keep it up :good::good:

Testing now will report after a day of usage

Awesome Rom with awesome performance and looks , it has the best battery life in all the jb roms here even with be2 activated so great job man
Suggestions:
1- add walkman as the music player (with xloud) ,
2- usb mass storage mod ,
3- theme the ( circle battery with petcentage ) to be white ,
4- add the transparent toast and blue background as addons so we r not forced to use them
5- add small apps if it's possible
6- black mms.apk its more themeable and looks nice with xperia theme (i can upload if u cant find it)
Awesome rom man i can be ur tester whenever u like

IIIRODIII said:
Suggestions:
1- add walkman as the music player (with xloud) ,
2- usb mass storage mod ,
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this!
...and z1 keyboard if it is possible

This screen shot shows what i mean with white battery and black mms.apk i also included black contavts and black dialer in contacts.apk they r also cool and themeable

IIIRODIII said:
This screen shot shows what i mean with white battery and black mms.apk i also included black contavts and black dialer in contacts.apk they r also cool and themeable
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I will try and include them^^
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using Tapatalk

Definetly, I'll try this rom, only for bravia engine 2, quality above others, please don't remove bravia engine in the next update
you use it with Fusion 5.5, 720p work good? and what can you tell me about camera? What camera you use it on this rom? I heard people complain about fusion 5.5, they said fusion 5.4 is better...so who know, I'll give a try
and how about radio fm? is it on?
I saw in changelog: -gapps included
don't need to flash gapps you provided in Download section?

irefutabil said:
Definetly, I'll try this rom, only for bravia engine 2, quality above others, please don't remove bravia engine in the next update
you use it with Fusion 5.5, 720p work good? and what can you tell me about camera? What camera you use it on this rom? I heard people complain about fusion 5.5, they said fusion 5.4 is better...so who know, I'll give a try
and how about radio fm? is it on?
I saw in changelog: -gapps included
don't need to flash gapps you provided in Download section?
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720p works flawlessly. 4.3 camera with working camacorder/paranoma... Well Fusion 5.5 is the latest, try it. Radio fm is working(im dont listen to radio though) Just download and flash the gapps at the download section^^

_kohjun_ said:
720p works flawlessly. 4.3 camera with working camacorder/paranoma... Well Fusion 5.5 is the latest, try it. Radio fm is working(im dont listen to radio though) Just download and flash the gapps at the download section^^
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720p? Really? Am pretty sure fusion 5.5 didn't support 720p...
Sent from my Xperia Neo V using Tapatalk 2

Attitude.SSJ said:
720p? Really? Am pretty sure fusion 5.5 didn't support 720p...
Sent from my Xperia Neo V using Tapatalk 2
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Fake 720p recording with superb quality. 720p recording only if kernel is supported(try lupus)(but use fusion for optimum performance)

looks nice
testing it on my arc s
great work?
will report later
thanks!

[ROM][V][LB,UB][JB 4.3] Xperia Poison UPD 06/01/2016

Hello everybody.
Some of us come from 4pda.ru. This is russian forum where we have talks on phones, fws, ROMs etc.
As a happy SXV user, I have tried most of the existing ROMs for my phone. And happily ended my searchings on this one, which my friend @lubik1 and I have done. Why?
But look! We took best of Jelly Bean. We fixed almost all the problems 4.3 had! Now 4.3 is FAST enough and nice at multitasking. Now 4.3 is HARD to make music app get thrown out of memory when you multitask. Now 4.3 is not just up-to-date... it provides you all you need! And... Now your launcher doesn't get SO MANY redraws. 
So, we introduce you the...
Xperia V Poison!
The Absolutely best you can get
from 4.3 Jelly Bean!
Main features:
First of all, it is Fast!!!
Deodexed
Latest Sony Applications (email, conversations, etc)
Phil'z Touch CWM recovery mod
Full Z3 Sony Style
Music tweaks & sound by Lovins/Ibanez7 (sound quality is really HIGH!)
Full Cyber-Shot Lollipop UI (thanx Toxizen and everyone else)
build.prop and init.d tweaks to improve multitasking (we did it ourselves)
Bluetooth REALLY works normally (in Lovins it doesn't)
REALLY working XLOUD, X-reality, X-brightness ON LOCKED/RELOCKED BOOTLOADERS (even 'relocked' with lost TA section!).
Battery life - GOOD! it's stock... (still better than lollipop though i must admit that latest Neo 12.1 does a great job!!!)
Changing Music Tracks by volume rocker (if you don't want it, just flash THIS: View attachment std-framework.zip)
lollipop-like-UI
that square spot in the right upper corner, which simulates the power button
GAPPS included (sorry guys, if you don't want it, please consider removing it yourself)
Performance Control (gain developer settings to access it)
and other stuff
This link leads to original page of this ROM on 4pda.ru. And much more we just haven't mentioned!
Disclaimer:
By downloading and installing this ROM, you agree that I cannot be held responsible for any damage caused to your device while installing or using this ROM. Always remember that it's YOU who chose to do these modifications to your device!
Download:
Xperia Poison 3.0 STANDARD
Xperia Poison build 2.6 FULL (4pda.ru version)
Xperia Poison build 2.6 LIGHT
All of Poison is deodexed! You can odex your ROM yourself in Titanium Backup, for example.
Visit our forum for more info
Sooo...
Instructions!
I suppose that everyone of you have been flashing ZIPs so i won't be long:
Just download one of these ZIPs above
Wipe everything if you're not gonna do a "dirty" flash from another 4.3
Root: towelroot; SuperSu.apk; reboot
We suggest you flashing it in older versions of Philz Touch Recovery CWM mod or you'll have to reflash it again (here is the most suitable recovery installer View attachment XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.94-BETA.installer.zip)
reboot
flash the ROM
??????
[*]PROFIT!!!!
If you experience NO SIGNAL after first boot in this ROM, then just do all the wipes and reflash ROM again.Other case, if you don't have Internet connection, either download settings or check APN yourself.
Screenshots
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Changelog
XPERIA Z3 HOME with rotation
Xperia smart social camera system for better photos
Timeshift Burst, Infoeye etc.
Xperia customized framework
Xperia media apps
Transparent widget
Vibration feedback
And more ...
=============== V2.02 ==================
- Fixed a all known bugs the original build;
- Updated some .apk;
- New Z3 HOME;
- Cut some applications;
- Added Performance Control in "feature for developers";
- Added Simple Home;
- Etc ...
=============== V2.1 stable ==============
- Fixed Chrome ANRs;
- Updated some .apk to the latest versions.
=============== V2.1.1 =================
- Added a Cyber-Shot UI instead of Camera;
- Added another browser ios-like;
- Added live wallpaper beats audio;
- Added standard recovery utility;
- Updated some .apk;
- Added mini app - touch block, to lock the screen (for example, to shoot underwater xD);
- Xperia Home with a transparent search.
- X-reality (need test); upd. Works (Proof). For full functionality of the chips (be2, x-reality, vivid) need to lock the bootloader or restore the TA section (if there is a pre-made backup). For assistance in health say thank saved.
=============== V2.1.2 Stable ==============
- Fixed minor bugs;
- New Xperia Home - now with large icons like in the Xperia Z3c;
- New System UI with adjustable brightness curtain;
- Added widget top contacts;
- Updated some .apk;
- And much more ... maybe i forgot something ...
=============== V2.2 test build ==============
- New Radio - works without a headset;
- New audio engine from Z3 (increased volume and sound quality, including during the call);
- New "Customization Guide";
- New patched services.jar (should have a positive impact on multitasking and smooth interface);
- Some changes in build.prop;
- Updated some .apk;
- Added a "black list";
- New Topics;
- New Xperia keyboard with emoji-smiles;
- And something else ...
=============== V2.3 ============
- Fixed a minor bugs;
- Fully Working cyber-shot lollipop ui (the patch is no longer needed);
- Changed some .apk to a more stable version;
- Reduce the volume of the speaker (no more wheezing);
- Updated some of the widgets;
- Fully optimized RAM;
- Etc ...
=============== V2.4 ====================
- fixed sony photo editor - now it's the user application;
- Perhaps fixed AR effect (need test);
- Set some pieces of menu. Thanks * smokok ,;
- Advanced Startup menu (now the system). Thanks * smokok ,;
- Tweak build.prop for cycling ringtones. Thanks * smokok ,;
- Service menu "feature for developers." Thanks * smokok,
- Added "Room Manager" in the Preferences. Thanks * smokok,
- Removed the "Black List"
- Changing tracks by volume keys! Thanks for the tip * smokok ,, Thanks for manuals * DodgeWooW, and * FreeFlax ,;
- Lollipop Themed SystemUI;
- LowMemoryKiller - fixed;
- Removed unnecessary / non-option in the "Settings";
- That's all!
=============== V2.4.1 ===============
- Tweaks build.prop;
- Tweaks init.d.
- Updated to the latest versions of the applications;
- tweaks to increase the widgets on the lock screen. Thanks * ivan-68
- Home.apk now with Auto-rotate.
V2.5
UPDATED EVERYTHING.
FIXED GAPPS ISSUE.
RAISED VOLUME.
MUCH MORE STUFF INSIDE.
TRY.
We have used lots of stuff from different ROMs. Too much to mention! Many stuff has come from Lovins, some went from Toxizen, little from whatsoever. We can't even remember now what comes from where! That's why we thank ALL of those who took part in developing ROMs based on the final stock 9.2.5.Credits
@lubik1
@saved-j
@Rizal Lovins
@ibanez7
@WhiteNeo
@Abo hani
and others!
I hope to keep this list updated..

Is Xloud not working at all on UB? And "13.that square spot in the right upper corner, which simulates the power button" - can that be removed? Final is rom deodexed? Would like to try this.

gonna try dis tonight......
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oh yeah it'ld be nice if u can attach some screenshot of this ROM

I'm here to say something about that poll.
One of main reasons that I don't use JB is that I can't have system wide color emoji.
For me, KK was best version of Android in almost all aspects.
And for KK, I would go for MIUI + Neo Kernel.
But we don't have active MIUI support.
And also WhiteNeo is not going to release his CM 12 kernel for KK, So I'll stay on Resurrection Remix

krasimiretov said:
And "13.that square spot in the right upper corner, which simulates the power button" - can that be removed? Final is rom deodexed? Would like to try this.
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This Guide may help you. Yes all builds are Deodexed. Enjoy!
Just decompile systemui remove line, and then recompile. If You don't know how, I help you later.

Little updates: added screenshots, added some info. Come on and try
In our (russian users of this phone) opinion, this is the most rich experience of 4.3 you can ever get on SXV!

Good work man . Wish I could try but my Xperia v is dead

go get one on ebay! i got mine for less than $130. can't think of something better... perhaps, if waterproofness isn't an requirement, xiaomi mi2s would give sxv a challenge... but mi2s's camera is worse than sxv, though both have sony exmors. and xiaomi mi2s got 2gb of ram, which is better than 1gb...
i'm not even mentioning nice and sleek miui... you should [email protected]! or, lemme repeat - go get yaself an xperia v on ebay!

Installing on my wife's phone, hope this brings it back to life
Pretty nice, but the 3g doesn't work ?
edit:
If you experience NO SIGNAL after first boot in this ROM, then just do all the wipes and reflash ROM again.
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In Philz Recovery, there is wipe for a new rom and wipe for factory reset, which one should I do ?

klincharov said:
Pretty nice, but the 3g doesn't work ?
In Philz Recovery, there is wipe for a new rom and wipe for factory reset, which one should I do ?
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1G, 2G, 3G, 4G - everything works! If there was 5G or anything better, it would also work!
It only touches those who don't have any signal after first boot! You need just to reflash the Poison from its recovery.
Do wipe "for a new rom" and flash the zip again.

saved-j said:
1G, 2G, 3G, 4G - everything works! If there was 5G or anything better, it would also work!
Do wipe "for a new rom."
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Thanks for the quick reply. I originally did the "new rom" wipe, but 3g doesn't connect. Should I try again with it, or the other wipe ? Or the two combined ?
And a question: do you happen to have the SystemUI without the power off button ?
Other than that, the rom is A W E S O M E ! Really brought the device back to life

saved-j said:
Do wipe "for a new rom" and flash the zip again.
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Still no 3g...
SOrry, I saw and did the "download settings for internet and MMS", sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for the awesome rom!

klincharov said:
Thanks for the quick reply. I originally did the "new rom" wipe, but 3g doesn't connect. Should I try again with it, or the other wipe ? Or the two combined ?
And a question: do you happen to have the SystemUI without the power off button ?
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Hello again. I see you already downloaded settings for internet. So here you go with your 2/3/4G.
What about systemUI without poweroff button... You may try whatever 4.3 systemUI you want, you may even try stock one. But don't forget to put it together with .odex file if there is one. I can't tell if I have "clean" systemUI.apk without that power button spot
other than that, thank you for liking the ROM

The navigation bar quite small . How can i resize back to normal ?
P/S : Compare the Lovin's Rom , your seems to run smoother . Can u add the transparent notification bar

Eldegal said:
The navigation bar quite small . How can i resize back to normal ?
P/S : Compare the Lovin's Rom , your seems to run smoother . Can u add the transparent notification bar
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And we have working bluetooth and no lags in playing music and music driver does output of better quality, also. Whole list of benefits. I only reboot my phone once a week! I heavily use it and anyway spend over 120 hrs of uptime before the phone starts to really slow down.
I recommend you installing Xperia Xposed (by serajr) and tweak navigation bar and all of the UI the way you wish.

saved-j said:
Hello again. I see you already downloaded settings for internet. So here you go with your 2/3/4G.
What about systemUI without poweroff button... You may try whatever 4.3 systemUI you want, you may even try stock one. But don't forget to put it together with .odex file if there is one. I can't tell if I have "clean" systemUI.apk without that power button spot
other than that, thank you for liking the ROM
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Hi again! It turns out my wife got used to the power button
Just wanted to consult with you, there seems to some small freezes with her phone. She can't describe it to me really, but It seems it's always with combination of facebook messenger + keyboard, like the keyboard refuses to open or lags with the animation and/or lags while typing after that.
Any setting I should check ? I don't think I've changed anything in the performance menu, but there might be something.
Other than that the ROM is simply amazing! I couldn't believe the battery life after the first setup - I thought the battery percentage was stuck!

klincharov said:
Hi again! It turns out my wife got used to the power button
Just wanted to consult with you, there seems to some small freezes with her phone. She can't describe it to me really, but It seems it's always with combination of facebook messenger + keyboard, like the keyboard refuses to open or lags with the animation and/or lags while typing after that.
Any setting I should check ? I don't think I've changed anything in the performance menu, but there might be something.
Other than that the ROM is simply amazing! I couldn't believe the battery life after the first setup - I thought the battery percentage was stuck!
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Well, to be honest, I think it`s something with facebook app. I`ve had lags with it on my V and,what was a surprise, on my gf`s mi3,which runs SD800.

Cultureforu said:
Well, to be honest, I think it`s something with facebook app. I`ve had lags with it on my V and,what was a surprise, on my gf`s mi3,which runs SD800.
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Thanks for the input! I will try to get her to use the website and see how it will go.

klincharov said:
Thanks for the input! I will try to get her to use the website and see how it will go.
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I switched to Facebook Lite.You don`t even need messanger with this app.

Cultureforu said:
I switched to Facebook Lite.You don`t even need messanger with this app.
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Thank you!

Database Develop

welcome