Hi guys, i wanna buy a Xperia Z1 and I've been reading a lot of reviews but i also wanna see what users think so here are some questions:
1.Why is there such a lack of Roms, is it because of the bootloader unlock bug or what?
2.How is the performance, does it lag in HD games?
3.will there be more roms because the bootloader unlock bug got fixed in the 4.3 update?
4.Some people have some touchscreen problems is that happening with you and is it a software or hardware bug and how to fix it?
5.Some people's phones DIE HOW TO FIX IT????
6.If you've tried LG G2 then which do you think is better?
7. What is the TA partition and how to restore it?
8.I live in Iran and i don't think the 4.3 updatte is out yet so is there any other way to update it(stock firmware and no custom roms) and other than the bootloader bug being fixed is there any other new feature in the update.
9.Is the viewing angle really that bad cuz I've been hearing a lot about it.
10.What is the most stable custom rom?
11.Are you happy with it?????
Thank You
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What software for my xperia is better????
4.3 or 4.1.2
MixoMaxoViper said:
What software for my xperia is better????
4.3 or 4.1.2
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4.3 has the best performance for my phone :laugh:
I must admit that i'm finding 4.3 a little sluggish in comparison to 4.1.2.
I also think that there's less display options to play around with. I can't find a way of removing all lock-screen widgets. The one for the camera still appears even when disabled.
I'm also not keen on all the settings menus now being white as its very garish, but thats just a personal thing, and i'm sure I could get a theme to sort that out.
Not seeing any change in battery life, but thats not a bad thing.
I'm also finding that my internet browser crasher more now too.
4.3 is too damn slow
Don't go for the 4.3 update. wait a little time maybe sony will start to iron out the bugs because as of now it is unusable.
I recommend you stay on 4.1 a little longer ... maybe go straight to 4.4.
Forgot to add, the keyboard has been improved and once you get used to the change in predictive text it can be a lot quicker.
Must admit I am toying with the idea of going back to 4.1.
i am using existenz 4.3 rom, its like a butter... :good:
I have 4.3 and I am happy with this update. My phone is way faster, the apps are running and starting a bit smoother so no problems there.
The reported bugs; I HAVENT HAD ANY ONE ENCOUNTERD YET!
Yes the only one I can get is not working Bravia Engine2 but other than that is the update good.
If you are not sure what to do you can always come back to 4.1.2 if you want.
The link about flashing with flashtool can be found in my signature
Quick question though
Does the official backup and restore app works across android versions?
If I have backups from v. 4.1, would they will work in v. 4.3?
Thanks
if u a heavy user and prever stock rom, go for 4.3. in stock 4.1, memory management is main problem 4 me (CM/cm based rom is good memory management, but iam prever sony stock rom). im sure, if u not heavy user, u wont buy xsp . the only issues iam faced till now something my xsp out of memory like this, no solution except reboot (sorry 4 my bad english)
@warok88
I have this problem too,but few days ago i find solution and fix without root!
I like 4.3!
Miui , android 4.2.2 - old, but best if u dont playing 3d games
I´m using 4.3 with DooMKenel and I don´t have problems with ram or freezes, and you can use roms like cyagenonmod for android 4.4.2 or eXistenZ Ultra if you want a rom based on stock firmware
Hi I recently bought a Xperia SP too bad it doesnot have 4.4 upgrade. Could someone tell me which ROM should I install to get 4.4 without loosing existing features like Bravia,XLoud ,ClearPhase ,LED notifiactions etc without unlocking Bootloader
I have managed to root successfully Firmware version :12.1.A.1.205
Please post the disadvantages of ROM you suggested also
chathan007 said:
Hi I recently bought a Xperia SP too bad it doesnot have 4.4 upgrade. Could someone tell me which ROM should I install to get 4.4 without loosing existing features like Bravia,XLoud ,ClearPhase ,LED notifiactions etc without unlocking Bootloader
I have managed to root successfully Firmware version :12.1.A.1.205
Please post the disadvantages of ROM you suggested also
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Sorry there's nothing to present you the requirements you have described. You can stay on the stock ROM if you would like. If you still want to use a 4.4 ROM, expect to not see Bravia, XLoud, ClearPhase. LED Notification will still work, obviously.
Hello everyone,
I bought a used Xperia SP but it is very laggy.I tried both stock 4.1 and 4.3 but it's very slow for a phone with these specs.My Xperia T with worse CPU and of course much worse GPU runs butter smooth but the Xperia SP is slow.It's hardware or software issue??
AlienTechGR said:
Hello everyone,
I bought a used Xperia SP but it is very laggy.I tried both stock 4.1 and 4.3 but it's very slow for a phone with these specs.My Xperia T with worse CPU and of course much worse GPU runs butter smooth but the Xperia SP is slow.It's hardware or software issue??
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You have many installed apps? And it has little memory or memory ram? If this is the problem, will have to root q, and if you have a class 10 card, move apps to the card, if it is a basic, just move the light apps that do not require a large perfomace I in here my xperia sp android 4.3, I have no problems of slowness.
I have helped and I deculpe by bad english
Cr*p Software
As you mentioned it is slow for it's specs, the hardware is still strong by today's standards and can easily run Jelly Bean, the problem is the software and what Sony have done with it. I also have slow performance on JB 4.3, I have removed much bloatware and installed greenify but still have poor performance (can barely multitask, opening 2 tabs in chrome will close Walkman whilst playing music ). The reason is mainly the kernel, the min-free (RAM) values are poorly tweaked hence we have low RAM and performance. Compared to 4.1.2 JB, 4.3 JB is a lot more resource heavier due to the added high end graphics support.
Hi there,
As you've mentioned above, I think there may be some software installed that are slowing down your phone. If you use the stock rom, you can try backing-up your SMS, contacts and apps(always remember to backup), then factory reset the phone('wipe') in settings-backup and restore.
Also you can unlock and root the phone for a better performance, but be cautious, for unlocking void warranties.
I don't have apps installed...but ok,Sony's stock ROM is ****...why CyanogenMod ROMs have many problems too??
You can try flash a ftf file with flashtool. It totally rewrite the system on your phone.
Unlock bl and try cm11.
1. Flash stock .207 with flash tool
2. Root it
3. install custom recovery cwm and then try some custom roms for locked bootloaders from android developement section
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/development
4.3 custom roms highly recommended for battery life
AlienTechGR said:
I don't have apps installed...but ok,Sony's stock ROM is ****...why CyanogenMod ROMs have many problems too??
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Yeah Sony's stock ROM for our phone is bad. CM11 (locked bootloader) is a million times better, no crazy battery drain, 400mb+ free RAM (will all my apps), very smooth. Its easy to install as well (no need to unlock your bootloader). Check this out.
Follow matsas's instructions as above but instead install CM11.
The touch delay is present since the release of Marshmallow, Nougat and Oreo ROMs in Titan (not sure about Falcon). There is no escape. It's good to see our 2014 devices with the latest version of the Android, but this error is very annoying and is being ignored. Doesn't matter how good the ROM is. If you using any custom ROM with Android 6.0 and up on titan, i'm sure you have this issue.
So i want to open a discussion about this issue here
If you don't know what i talking about, let's simulate the issue:
Try to write something in stock keyboard of your MM,Nougat or Oreo ROM. Now try pressing a second finger in the screen out of the keyboard and write anything else... You noticed? No?
Try to play a very intensive tap game, like Geometry Dash. Play a bit. Now play with a second finger on screen... You noticed?
Only KitKat and Lollipop Roms are free from this bug.
So, the only workaround for this touch delay is pressing a second finger on screen. Shame.
The questions left: Anyone knows a solution? The cause of this issue? There is no way to fix this?
I tried some custom kernels, no success.
I don't think anyone will ever fix this issue unfortunately,it was supposed to be fixed with the last official update(MM 6.0,bootloader 0x4887),but the problem is still there.
Metalhead666 said:
I don't think anyone will ever fix this issue unfortunately,it was supposed to be fixed with the last official update(MM 6.0,bootloader 0x4887),but the problem is still there.
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Some people say the same on Lenovo Foruns...
Pixx 1001 said:
Some people say the same on Lenovo Foruns...
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I think it is a kernel related issue rather than the bootloader,like some people said on lenovo foruns.I don't have proper knowledge to fix it,you could try to contact some of our developers,maybe there's still someone interested.
I don't notice this on the dirty unicorn 11.7 i am using this rom for daily driver , but can you tell if this problem happen in one rom or on all the roms ? and can you tell wat rom are you using? and dit you try a custom kernel with the rom wen the delay hapen ?
HiR3x said:
I don't notice this on the dirty unicorn 11.7 i am using this rom for daily driver , but can you tell if this problem happen in one rom or on all the roms ? and can you tell wat rom are you using? and dit you try a custom kernel with the rom wen the delay hapen ?
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Every single ROM above 6.0 that I tested have this problem (Cm,AOKP,AOSP,Lineage,Slim,DU,CypherOS,AEX,CrDroid,RR and many more),with and without custom kernels.
I don't use my Moto G to play games , but some random games from PlayStore (Minigore 2, Bejeweled 2, Samurai II) the touch doesn't work well (or simply doesn't work! You can test all of them if you want). Using a 5.1 ROM, they work normally. It would be nice if the people post more problems about this touch issue happening on apps/games on Moto G Titan. I want to know if the same happens on Moto G Falcon, 4G variants.
Just stick to stock Lollipop rom guys. Newer versions of Android are just not meant to be on this phone, either on a custom or a stock ROM.
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Just stick to stock Lollipop rom guys. Newer versions of Android are just not meant to be on this phone, either on a custom or a stock ROM.
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Well, I used ViperOs (7.1) as my daily driver at work, school for a good time (6 months I guess)... I liked Nougat Features and I guess I will keep using it, or another Nougat ROM, as they work perfectly for it on Titan.
Looks like titan Pie ROMs have the issue too (Used LineageOS 16 for testing).
It sucks that this still has not been resolved. Happened to me as well on LineageOS 16.
I do not feel this in the ROM of the Pixel Experience in the version of android 9, here the touch is normal.
LightWard said:
I do not feel this in the ROM of the Pixel Experience in the version of android 9, here the touch is normal.
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I would like to test it myself and give a feedback, but sadly, my old Moto G2 had the input of the charger/usb connector broken. If anyone have tested the ROM too, would be good if they give a feedback here.
Hello,
I was super happy of my Xperia XZ3 H9436 model, however in the last months is getting unresponsive and take tons of time to load some application. Most of the time in relation of my Work profile account from the company.
Can you suggest me the BEST WAY to clean up and restore it? I don't think I can load any cyanogen build due the working profile, I must stay on an official rom by Sony and apply tweaks.
Please let me know I'm quite lost with all the post and roms version there.
Thank you in advance,
M4z.
download the rom from the xperiafrim and flash it with newsflasher