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Effect of custom roms on xz's functionality

We all love the experience that CM / AOSP / AOKP etc. is bringing us.
What native functionality will be affected when running these rom on the phone?
- will the awesome sony camera software be ported to the new rom? If not, what features will we lose?
-is the so called 'bravia engine' tied to the native rom or is it closer to the hardware and will work with other roms?
-etc.

With AOSP/CM/AOKP I'm sure we might lose many camera features - don't think any of them support HDR natively etc. Also, Bravia Engine is proprietary ( i think ) and surely won't be included in CM - maybe in other custom roms, who knows, but I wouldn't count on it.

It appears then a customization of the original rom will be the better deal in this case.
Was hoping the sony camera app can be ported and that the bravia engine is lower level code.

Some features should be portable like xloud and soný's walkman but not sure about bravia and camera since they have way too much dependencies used which is stuck in some binary files which sony doesn't release the source so pretty much no I think.

I'll make custom stock rom so you will loose nothing using them only problem can be BE that won't work on unlocked bootloaders, but I hope Sony fixed this issue
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krabappel2548 said:
I'll make custom stock rom so you will loose nothing using them only problem can be BE that won't work on unlocked bootloaders, but I hope Sony fixed this issue
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So adding a feature like brightness slider in the notification area to the tweaked stock rom is doable?

redThd said:
So adding a feature like brightness slider in the notification area to the tweaked stock rom is doable?
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Of course Should be fairly easy.

On other Sony devices, by unlocking your bootloader to flash custom rom, you loose the Bravia Engine....

Gregz78 said:
On other Sony devices, by unlocking your bootloader to flash custom rom, you loose the Bravia Engine....
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we'll lose BE just by unlocking the bootloader?

hebbe said:
we'll lose BE just by unlocking the bootloader?
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No, unlocking the bootloader has nothing to do with bravia engine. You'll lose it when you flash a custom rom that is not based on Sony's firmware.
EDIT: I've just read that unlocking/rooting your phone might disable DRM protected features due to security reasons. And Bravia Engine is one of them.

Akiainavas said:
No, unlocking the bootloader has nothing to do with bravia engine. You'll lose it when you flash a custom rom that is not based on Sony's firmware.
EDIT: I've just read that unlocking/rooting your phone might disable DRM protected features due to security reasons. And Bravia Engine is one of them.
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Who said that?
Bravia engine is a feature and when they say you lose DRM means you just can't use any apps that makes use of DRM certificates like those apps where you could rent videos on your phone. Was it video unlimited? And yeah TrackID(on the past but not now)

I have no idea - I actually find it strange, and since that's only something I read somewhere on The Verge - don't take it seriously. Somebody has to confirm this.

Ok So it's not true alot of topics could have emerged about bravia if this was the case. DRM means digital rights management and I don't see any connection about digital rights and bravia engine.

I doubt we lose BE. Let's see though.
I plan on staying stock, and probably run KA roms on it. CM10.1 will kill all features :/

Qwerty123 \m/ said:
I doubt we lose BE. Let's see though.
I plan on staying stock, and probably run KA roms on it. CM10.1 will kill all features :/
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"KA roms"?

redThd said:
"KA roms"?
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Its the roms that krabappel2548 makes.

Qwerty123 \m/ said:
Its the roms that krabappel2548 makes.
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Sorry for my ignorance; switching from a bootloader bearly unlockable, driverless, pain in the ass motorola atrix device to this apparently developer friendly beauty. Could you point me to some screenshots of kravappel's mods?

Qwerty123 \m/ said:
I doubt we lose BE. Let's see though.
I plan on staying stock, and probably run KA roms on it. CM10.1 will kill all features :/
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Xperia S lost it in ICS. Strange enough, it work on GB.
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redThd said:
Sorry for my ignorance; switching from a bootloader bearly unlockable, driverless, pain in the ass motorola atrix device to this apparently developer friendly beauty. Could you point me to some screenshots of kravappel's mods?
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Check SSpeed ROMS on Xperia S section.
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sorry to ask something ignorant guys, but on my HTC incredible s right now, there are many roms with the bravia engine option.
so, would it be hard to add it back in if it gets lost?

Riyal said:
Ok So it's not true alot of topics could have emerged about bravia if this was the case. DRM means digital rights management and I don't see any connection about digital rights and bravia engine.
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I requote myself here this time looks like I'm wrong Bravia engine does not seem to function when unlocking the bootloader now based on my research... Damn

[Q] Mobile Bravia Engine 2 on Xperia TL JB

Hey Guy's! This is my first post, so I will attempt to make my question brief...
Once the Jelly Bean update arrives on our phones (the TL) can we get the BE2 onto it?
After searching the forums for a little, there was a mod that achieved this, but with the apparent requirement that the phone be running ICS.
So basically, can we, after the update to JB, get the BE2 that the newer Sony phones are packing?
-Cheers

Anyone?
Should I view the lack of replies as an indication that there is there no way this is possible?
-Cheers

Doesn't seem possible for now. I included be2 in my jb Rom but it's not working in video. Tried replacing sine files with the ones from V jb Rom but that didn't fix it.
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Cheers
TiMiN8R said:
Doesn't seem possible for now. I included be2 in my jb Rom but it's not working in video. Tried replacing sine files with the ones from V jb Rom but that didn't fix it.
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That's a shame, definitely something that needs to be looked at in the future
Thanks for the reply mate.
-Cheers

I found a post for all phones running 2.2 - 4.2. They made BE2 and XLoud working. I lost the post but it's in the forum somewhere..
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-SlenderMan- said:
I found a post for all phones running 2.2 - 4.2. They made BE2 and XLoud working. I lost the post but it's in the forum somewhere..
Sent from your backyard...
Slender watches what you do...
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I have be2 on my xperia tl, root the xperia tl then download pimp my Rom off Google pla;y then there will be a option to put be2 on it make sure u install clockwork recovery on ur phone

AndroidHoneyComb said:
I have be2 on my xperia tl, root the xperia tl then download pimp my Rom off Google pla;y then there will be a option to put be2 on it make sure u install clockwork recovery on ur phone
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Okay but are you certain that it is working? Can you take two clear screenshots of a video with Bravia off and Bravia on?

Just tried it, doesn't work on movies, only album.
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AndroidHoneyComb said:
I have be2 on my xperia tl, root the xperia tl then download pimp my Rom off Google pla;y then there will be a option to put be2 on it make sure u install clockwork recovery on ur phone
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You are awesome, can't believe I couldn't find anything about it. Thank you very much.
Is there anything on getting clearaudio+ yet?
-Cheers & thank you again

xenomorph856 said:
You are awesome, can't believe I couldn't find anything about it. Thank you very much.
Is there anything on getting clearaudio+ yet?
-Cheers & thank you again
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Ah and sorry if the sentence makes no since (i typed that on my phone) lol

Finally found it!
AndroidHoneyComb said:
I have be2 on my xperia tl, root the xperia tl then download pimp my Rom off Google pla;y then there will be a option to put be2 on it make sure u install clockwork recovery on ur phone
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Wow,I can't believe some one already doing it!
Thanks!

AndroidHoneyComb said:
I have be2 on my xperia tl, root the xperia tl then download pimp my Rom off Google pla;y then there will be a option to put be2 on it make sure u install clockwork recovery on ur phone
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The Pimp My Rom is very nice and useful. Thanks.
Still, BE2 does not work for me, unlock bootloader running Curiosity 2.4. It actually makes the video and pictures looks worse after install BE2. I guess it should work for locked bootloader. cheers.

(SUPER MOD) Bravia Engine 2 BRING BACK (INSTALL XREALİTY)

Hi sony lovers
After opening the bootloader bravia engine 2 albums did not work. With this mode, BRAVIA Engine 2 albums and movies will work. You need to use the original ROM. origin 4.1 4.2 4.3 works with.
custom ROM is useless. Whether open or closed bootloader works. Only use original enough. I also tried the original 4.3 and spectacular works.
NEW
I'm so glad I did that. I tried very hard and finally ran xreality mode. ALBUM and video works. Xreality more quickly optimize photos. Only Xperia z original ROM works. Follow the steps below.
INSTALL
1) DOWNLOAD FILE
2) INSTALL ROOT EXPLORER
3) DELETE SYSTEM /APP / CREDENTIAL MENAGER SERVISE.ODEX AND CREDENTIAL MENAGER SERVISE.APK
4) RESTORE BRAVIA ENGINE file flash
5) X-REALITY FOR XPERİA Z file flash
NOTE: works on odex ROM only. Get a backup before installation. I'm not responsible if your phone is broken.
Please report back if it does not work. I'll help.
PLEASE THANKS
I Love you Sony

Is there any way to make it work on custom roms (AOSP,CM)?

Photos you take from your camera will be bit of noisy after unlocking bootloader, I really noticed that after updating to 4.3.

64yusuf said:
After opening the bootloader bravia engine 2 albums did not work. With this mode, BRAVIA Engine 2 albums and movies will work. You need to use the original ROM. origin 4.1 4.2 4.3 works with.
INSTALL
1) DOWNLOAD FILE
2) INSTALL ROOT EXPLORER
3) DELETE SYSTEM /APP / CREDENTIAL MENAGER SERVISE.ODEX AND CREDENTIAL MENAGER SERVISE.APK
4) FILE FLASH
5) ENJOY
PLEASE THANKS
TÜRKÜM NE MUTLU DİYENE
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Be still works in movies even if u unlock your bootloader

FakeSmile said:
Is there any way to make it work on custom roms (AOSP,CM)?
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No it wont

doesn't work for me. just feedback
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Good work mad :thumbup:
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I agree with indycar

It works very well on my ZL (6502) 4.3 ! Thanks!

Works Z 4.3 thanks A bilióna!!
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Is this compatible with existenz v5? It has the stock rom origin. Correct me if im wrong. After following the steps, my album doesnt work anymore. i fixed by having a full wipe.
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No DEODEXED
akosirenzo23 said:
Is this compatible with existenz v5? It has the stock rom origin. Correct me if im wrong. After following the steps, my album doesnt work anymore. i fixed by having a full wipe.
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From existe z does not work. Only odex rom. ie the original rom.

64yusuf said:
From existe z does not work. Only odex rom. ie the original rom.
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basically we can get back bravia engine on unlock bootloader with stock rom?
what about if i use a custom kernel?

Everyone says no....but on a galaxy nexus (non sony) it works hahahah
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demon2112 said:
Everyone says no....but on a galaxy nexus (non sony) it works hahahah
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your images changes its colour just like xperia devices?

worth to try :good::good:

Those who says it works could you please provide a screenshot of comparison? I don't see any difference. [On journalist ROM 4.3 JB]

TRY again
xarive said:
Those who says it works could you please provide a screenshot of comparison? I don't see any difference. [On journalist ROM 4.3 JB]
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If you are using the original ROM and you've done the steps necessary work. was attempted repeatedly. Please system / apps and credantial menager servise.apk in the credential menager servise.odex delete files. then install the attached files with recovery.

How to undo X-reality mod? Just delete the files X-reality zip flashed?
Because I used your Restore Bravia Engine and it worked well and I flashed the X-reality i don't see any changes anymore

64yusuf said:
If you are using the original ROM and you've done the steps necessary work. was attempted repeatedly. Please system / apps and credantial menager servise.apk in the credential menager servise.odex delete files. then install the attached files with recovery.
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done everything as told. just dont notice any difference. just hoping that this are not placebo effect ...
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Stock/Pure Android on Z1? ["Solved"]

Hi!
I was wondering, is it possible in some way to download the latest Android version from Google servers and somehow install the Nexus image on Z1?
I love my Z1, but I really, really, don't need the Sony stuff on it (Yeah, I'm a purist). All i need to function is the camera (and of course the necesseties like WLAN, BT, making a phonecall etc, but I assume these are "standard" drivers that will work?)

Falck said:
Hi!
I was wondering, is it possible in some way to download the latest Android version from Google servers and somehow install the Nexus image on Z1?
I love my Z1, but I really, really, don't need the Sony stuff on it (Yeah, I'm a purist). All i need to function is the camera (and of course the necesseties like WLAN, BT, making a phonecall etc, but I assume these are "standard" drivers that will work?)
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I don't know where to begin with this,....
No, No and NO

There's no way to cross flash other devices firmware. What you can do is root your phone and just delete the sony stuff you don't need.

Ahki767 said:
What you can do is root your phone and just delete the sony stuff you don't need.
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Yep, the only way. :good:

You could always flash Cyanogenmod or Omni Rom, they're both very close to stock Android
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Michealtbh said:
You could always flash Cyanogenmod or Omni Rom, they're both very close to stock Android
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To do that he have to Unlock Bootloader.

Ok!
Thanks for the replies!

And don't forget to backup your TA it could be usefull if you ever want back to stock rom or sell your device
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[Q] Can we make a AOSP-Rom for Locked Bootloader?

Hi,
i have a Xperia Z1 with non-unlockable Bootloader. I just love AOSP-Roms but those Roms are just for UB. But can someone make a AOSP-Rom for LB? I think many Users would love that...

Please post questions in the Q&A section,
Thread moved
And to answer your question. No, it needs an unlocked bootloader as AOSP roms require a different kernel to the stock Sony one.

Just to add to the above answer: no, the kernel is different so therefore since you cannot flash a custom kernel on LB, you won't be able to use AOSP.

I think he means use Sony kernel but try port aosp to sonys firmware

And why it work for xperia sp?

richmaster1o2 said:
And why it work for xperia sp?
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Give link for this.

The Xperia SP have just 4.3 and on this Kernel work a Custom-Rom wich is at 4.4.4:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/development/kk-nexus-p-c-t2835662

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The Xperia SP have just 4.3 and on this Kernel work a Custom-Rom wich is at 4.4.4:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/development/kk-nexus-p-c-t2835662
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:facepalm::facepalm:
It's built around that kernel so no surprise...

And why we cant make this for our device?

richmaster1o2 said:
And why we cant make this for our device?
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well apparently you can flash kernel on LB on xperia SP, not on Z1.
If you think otherwise, show us how it's done

richmaster1o2 said:
And why we cant make this for our device?
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Well i can see that all of that "features" can be made only with root access and Xposed framework modules, and few mods.
Deep in framework, rom is still close to sony stock rom.
For example, everything you can make with apps or mods, except OTA update (for pac), and CM themes.
Everything else is pretty much on google play, and some mods on XDA.
If you want pure AOSP feel, you need to unlock bootloader, this is, how to say, kang version of PAC.

If you say me how to get the flip settings from AOSP on 4.4.4 i would be happy

There is an xposed mod for it
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I used it but it ends in Force Close from System UI

richmaster1o2 said:
I used it but it ends in Force Close from System UI
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Tell me what did you do
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I installed the Module Activated it and reboot. But if i look at the quick settings there are the normal sony one and then system ui crashes

richmaster1o2 said:
I installed the Module Activated it and reboot. But if i look at the quick settings there are the normal sony one and then system ui crashes
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Did you read everything careffully.

I know how to mod Android, im not a noob . I did all right and carefully. And just if you want know, im on iHackers v5.0 Beta

Xperia Flip Xposed Module is outdated it don't work on 4.4

Yeah i know that. I just wait while Kexec is in development