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[Q] Please help me choose the ROM

Please help me decide between 2 ROMS
I can´t decide between iHackers(minimal) and RomAur.
What i want is clean ROM with good battery life.
Can users of there ROMs write here pros and cons.
Thank you so much

No one can do that, its like asking for the best flavour pizza, it is an individual choice.
try them both for a week and see which one YOU like best

Ya i know but i would like to hear something from users....
Btw.....im quite suprised that Z1 has so small development.....its perfect phone

jirka607 said:
Btw.....im quite suprised that Z1 has so small development.....its perfect phone
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It's new on the market, give xda some time.

Sony phones have less ROMs than other OEM's phones. Stock ROMs here are very stable and less buggy than those of other manufacturers.
Plus, the camera issues with unlocked bootloaders aren't helping any.
Don't worry, with some time, we'll get good ROMs too. Just have a look at the Xperia Z forum.
Sent from my Xperia Z Ultra using Tapatalk

I tried monxified and romaur.
Monxified is cleaner (maybe too clean lol) and I like the power menu so i stayed with that.

Rom & Mod Reccomendations (Just got a Z1)

Hi,
I'm picking up a Xperia Z1 C6903 for a friend. She basically checks email and takes photos with her phone, so Camera/Video and Battery Life are priority.
Can anyone please recommend a good Rom and/or Mods for me.
I usually get more obscure phones for myself (never had a Sony) without so many options of mods and custom roms, so its a bit harder than I'm used to to sort through the pages on XDA... there so much to go through here so any help to narrow things down a bit for me would be appreciated.
Thanks!

rich333 said:
Hi,
I'm picking up a Xperia Z1 C6903 for a friend. She basically checks email and takes photos with her phone, so Camera/Video and Battery Life are priority.
Can anyone please recommend a good Rom and/or Mods for me.
I usually get more obscure phones for myself (never had a Sony) without so many options of mods and custom roms, so its a bit harder than I'm used to to sort through the pages on XDA... there so much to go through here so any help to narrow things down a bit for me would be appreciated.
Thanks!
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If you /she is not big fan of custom ROM (aospa, paranoid, CM, DU, PAC etc.) I would say just root the phone and use stock ROM.
Stock ROM is best for battery and photos together.
Rooting is good in case she wants Xposed and all the modules.
Don't unlock the bootloader since this will remove some propriety code for display and camera.
I haven't used any stock ROM so can't talk about them.
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Thanks, I often find custom roms better for battery life. And can see that there's a few camera mods available. So I assumed a custom rom (either with a Stock based or not?) and camera mod would be the way to go? Also, is the stock camera app the best performer (in terms of image quality?)

Really can't see any need to meddle with the standard rom.
The Xperia range of phones all have outstanding battery life and excellent photo/video software built in as standard.
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I was thinking this sound good: [MOD] Z1, Z1C & Z1S 8th Edition - Camera… | Sony Xperia Z1....
And there seems to be a few scripts which claim to improve battery life & speed like Fly-on-Mod...
I guess i'm just not used to stock being the best option!!! I cant help but want to change something

If you want to meddle then root and Xposed would be the simplest option.
But given the original criteria are already met by the standard rom and the fact that it's not your phone I still can't see the need.
Do you really want your friend coming to you with every minor niggle they can dream up, thinking that you caused it by modifying their phone?
Just make sure they upgrade to 5.1.1 which is due out any day now.
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thanks.
I've got it running stock KK, rooted, locked bootloader with xposed & dual recovery.
I decided not to update to LP until 5.1.1 is out (any day now it seems...?) due to slow downs in 5.0.2
From what I can see I'll have to update with Flashtool (if I can find the "Customized AU" file) or updated via Sony PC Companion and re-root & re-install recovery.
will both methods will result in a data wipe?
When it does come out - is there a way to update without loosing here data/settings? & will current rooting methods still work (I used easy root?)
Thanks for your help everyone!

[Pre-buy] Z3c a wise choice for custom roms?

Dear all,
I'm in the market for a waterproof phone and the z3c has all the features I want (except dual sim). But I really want a custom-rom to better protect my privacy. So what to buy? I've been without ANY phone for a week since my old died because I can't make up my mind
From what I read on all kinds of fora it appears to me that the z3c might not be a wise choice if I intent to run custom-roms on it (and still want a well functioning camera)? I really want bluetooth and decent camera performance.
In general, it seems that custom roms are a bigger pain on the z3c than on other devices, but I was unable to even find if this problem is specific to the z3 series, a general xperia problem, or a general problem with recent smartphones (and what is recent?).
Could anyone comment on this?
Many thanks for your kind help!!!

marcaber said:
Dear all,
I'm in the market for a waterproof phone and the z3c has all the features I want (except dual sim). But I really want a custom-rom to better protect my privacy. So what to buy? I've been without ANY phone for a week since my old died because I can't make up my mind
From what I read on all kinds of fora it appears to me that the z3c might not be a wise choice if I intent to run custom-roms on it (and still want a well functioning camera)? I really want bluetooth and decent camera performance.
In general, it seems that custom roms are a bigger pain on the z3c than on other devices, but I was unable to even find if this problem is specific to the z3 series, a general xperia problem, or a general problem with recent smartphones (and what is recent?).
Could anyone comment on this?
Many thanks for your kind help!!!
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You should read a little bit more.... Because all the answers are on the fora.
Anyway, the camera + custom rom problem is a more general problem to Xperia phones because of post processing of images which is not possible on a unlocked bootloader.
But you really do not need a custom rom on the z3c, which makes it an amazing phone for me.
I run Lollipop, debloated with @moly82 debloat script + xposed + apex launcher + #nochromo. This gives an almost AOSP experience and with xposed ofcourse you can add almost any custom rom feature to your Z3c (I use Xprivacy for privacy, gravitybox, xperiaxposed etc.)
So to conclude: You do not need a custom rom at all when you have Xposed working perfectly on the Z3C.... also, that way you have amazing battery life Better then any custom rom can deliver.

Robin>Hood said:
You should read a little bit more.... Because all the answers are on the fora.
Anyway, the camera + custom rom problem is a more general problem to Xperia phones because of post processing of images which is not possible on a unlocked bootloader.
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I'm sure the answer is somewhere in the fora, so sorry for that. But quite frankly it's hard to know where to start - xda is huge and there's other fora as well. Plus search terms alone can take the form of D5803, Z3c or Z3 compact for the model alone...
Robin>Hood said:
But you really do not need a custom rom on the z3c, which makes it an amazing phone for me.
I run Lollipop, debloated with @moly82 debloat script + xposed + apex launcher + #nochromo. This gives an almost AOSP experience and with xposed ofcourse you can add almost any custom rom feature to your Z3c (I use Xprivacy for privacy, gravitybox, xperiaxposed etc.)
So to conclude: You do not need a custom rom at all when you have Xposed working perfectly on the Z3C.... also, that way you have amazing battery life Better then any custom rom can deliver.
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That sounds great!! The custom rom would be just because of privacy concerns - I want google out of my phone as much as possible, but I'm not willing to experiment with non android operating systems (yet).
Thanks for the info, so far everybody seemed quite frustrated with the z3c, you're the first positive voice!

Root/Custom ROM/Bluetooth/DRM issues (Stop me buying an iPhone 6s!)

Hi guys,
My knowledge of ROMs and rooting isn't the best so please bare with me if this question seems dumb. And before anyone says, I have read this thread (and countless others) but would like some clarification.
I've always wanted to install CyanogenMod to my Z3 Compact because my car, an E46 BMW has not been able to pair with my phone since 4.2.2 when a change to bluetooth.default.so was made - Cyanogenmod has the fix.
I have seen recent posts on this forum that suggest if the phone is rooted and a custom ROM is installed, I'm still able to maintain my camera quality which previously was limited (fish-eye effect and low light poor quality) due to the loss of DRM'd software due to a DRM restore fix created by one of the forum members. Is this correct? This was the only thing that ever stopped me rooting my Z3 as camera quality is of high importance to me.
I've been using an iPhone 5s since my screen smashed last month and I planned to buy an iPhone 6s this weekend but if it seems I can use the Z3 Compact for all purposes ( In-car Bluetooth, stable Android, good camera and battery life) then I will definitely get the screen repaired tomorrow!
Thanks in advance.
This is a link explaining the Bluetooth issue I'm talking about.

tsmr said:
Hi guys,
My knowledge of ROMs and rooting isn't the best so please bare with me if this question seems dumb. And before anyone says, I have read this thread (and countless others) but would like some clarification.
I've always wanted to install CyanogenMod to my Z3 Compact because my car, an E46 BMW has not been able to pair with my phone since 4.2.2 when a change to bluetooth.default.so was made - Cyanogenmod has the fix.
I have seen recent posts on this forum that suggest if the phone is rooted and a custom ROM is installed, I'm still able to maintain my camera quality which previously was limited (fish-eye effect and low light poor quality) due to the loss of DRM'd software due to a DRM restore fix created by one of the forum members. Is this correct? This was the only thing that ever stopped me rooting my Z3 as camera quality is of high importance to me.
I've been using an iPhone 5s since my screen smashed last month and I planned to buy an iPhone 6s this weekend but if it seems I can use the Z3 Compact for all purposes ( In-car Bluetooth, stable Android, good camera and battery life) then I will definitely get the screen repaired tomorrow!
Thanks in advance.
This is a link explaining the Bluetooth issue I'm talking about.
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It is true, I am using DRM fix for my Z3c because I didn't backup my DRM keys (duh!) and the camera quality seems perfect, although the fix says it also restores X-Reality and whatnot but I haven't got to get the engine working, I fixed that with Color Control to match my saturation and colors needs...
As for the Bluetooth issues, I've kinda experienced problems with it too, I have a Bluetooth gamepad, and whenever I'm playing an Android game that supports controllers, it disconnects, but when I play on emulators it doesn't happen... I don't know if there's a fix for that but oh well.

DRM fix works only on stock based roms and on Concept roms.
It doesn't work on custom roms like Cyanogenmod.

istux said:
DRM fix works only on stock based roms and on Concept roms.
It doesn't work on custom roms like Cyanogenmod.
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Thanks for the reply. I don't actually need CyanogenMod, I just need to be able to edit the bluetooth.default.so file as per the thread I linked so that in-car Bluetooth works with my handset. Is this possible whilst maintaining camera quality?
Also when you say 'only works on stock based ROMs' - does this mean that I could install stock Android 6.0 to my device with a custom bluetooth.default.so file, then install the DRM fix and it will work as normal? This would be amazing!
PS. What is a Concept ROM?
I'm so sorry for asking what are most probably stupid questions but I'm fairly new to the Android scene thus still learning.

Of course its possible, you don't need unlocked bootloader to edit system files lol. Unlock bootloaders are used to install custom kernels or firmwares not made by Sony, like CyanogenMod or AOKP and etc.
Concept, is the "Alpha" Edition of Marshmallow that Sony plans to ship out within the next few months, they let a select a number of people to test out the rom and help them debug it. I don't recommend installing it as it is near beta stage and the number of bugs really don't make it suitable as a daily driver for you phone, stick with Lollipop until we get the official stable update unless you know what you're doing.
Good luck!

Revontheus said:
Of course its possible, you don't need unlocked bootloader to edit system files lol. Unlock bootloaders are used to install custom kernels or firmwares not made by Sony, like CyanogenMod or AOKP and etc.
Concept, is the "Alpha" Edition of Marshmallow that Sony plans to ship out within the next few months, they let a select a number of people to test out the rom and help them debug it. I don't recommend installing it as it is near beta stage and the number of bugs really don't make it suitable as a daily driver for you phone, stick with Lollipop until we get the official stable update unless you know what you're doing.
Good luck!
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Thanks for explaining what Concept is. I guess that's not something that I need right now! To clarify; are you saying that to be able to edit system files, I don't need to unlock my bootloader? I was under the impression that to do this I'd need to:
a) Unlock bootloader.
b) Root device.
c) Access/edit the bluetooth system files.
Any advice on the steps I need to take to have my Z3 Compact work with my car whilst maintaining original camera quality would be much appreciated!
PS. Due to the prompt, positive responses in this thread, I've just taken my Z3 to a local to store so the screen can be repaired. Thanks all for the help - such good folk!

tsmr said:
Thanks for the reply. I don't actually need CyanogenMod, I just need to be able to edit the bluetooth.default.so file as per the thread I linked so that in-car Bluetooth works with my handset. Is this possible whilst maintaining camera quality?
Also when you say 'only works on stock based ROMs' - does this mean that I could install stock Android 6.0 to my device with a custom bluetooth.default.so file, then install the DRM fix and it will work as normal? This would be amazing!
PS. What is a Concept ROM?
I'm so sorry for asking what are most probably stupid questions but I'm fairly new to the Android scene thus still learning.
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If you need only the root in order to work on that bluetooth file, you can do it without unlocking the bootloader.
Follow this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/how-to-root-backup-drm-keys-t3013343
You will be able to get root without losing DRM keys and else you will make a backup of DRM keys So, if in the future you need/want to unlock the bootloader, you have a safe copy of your keys. :good:

istux said:
If you need only the root in order to work on that bluetooth file, you can do it without unlocking the bootloader.
Follow this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/how-to-root-backup-drm-keys-t3013343
You will be able to get root without losing DRM keys and else you will make a backup of DRM keys So, if in the future you need/want to unlock the bootloader, you have a safe copy of your keys. :good:
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Thank you so much. Will try this in the morning and hopefully I will be able to use Bluetooth in my car once again!

tsmr said:
My knowledge of ROMs and rooting isn't the best[...]I have seen recent posts on this forum that suggest if the phone is rooted and a custom ROM is installed, I'm still able to maintain my camera quality[...]camera quality is of high importance to me
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My suggestion (solely based on the points your described):
Either get a Z3c and stick to stock ROM
Or get an iPhone (seriously)
Now don't get me wrong, I am not being against custom ROMs. I am running CM myself and the first think I do before buying any android phone is to check if it has official CM support But you need to know that custom ROMs come with their own cost, and it depends whether you're willing to pay the price.
Reasons for my suggestion to you is that the road to unlocked bootloader and custom ROMs is a rough one. You'll be adding more mods and flashing more updates and you quickly end up with a phone which gets into the way and needs constant maintenance. Then there are issues with warranty, security, bugs, etc. Checking the forums for changelogs, kernels and ROMs will become a normal routine.
If you're regular user who wants his/her phone to just work, accept one of my suggestion and save yourself some pain. However, you might choose to be adventurous, then welcome to the community
PS: I'm myself exploring Z3c and iPhone 5s for my next phone.

Honestly, the road to rooting and properly running a rooted software is really not that long and rocky if you follow the linked thread perfectly. You also don't NEED to unlock the BL to get most of the advantages (there are many pre-rooted customized ROMs available without needing an unlocked BL). Follow the thread, stick to a good stable ROM or customization (I'm on Max Fury right now and she did some amazing work, check it out), and you'll be just fine. My BL is not even unlockable, doesn't bother me one bit. You can use Nova for a more Google-ish feel, and Sony's 5.1.1 is already pretty good at not being "Sony-fied".
Anyhow, this is the best phone I've ever owned, not looking back (I've had MANY more than just in my signature).

hv6478 said:
NOTE: annotated snippets from original comment
- if you follow the linked thread perfectly
- you also don't NEED to unlock the BL to get most of the advantages (it's upto you to figure out that just which advantages follow under that "most" category)
- follow the thread
- stick to a good stable ROM or customization (it's upto you to figure out whether you need a rom or customization)
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Thanks. This proves my point even more! Now just compare this to getting a phone that just works
Although ROM customization is a beautiful and powerful idea, it's not for everyone, and comes at a cost (read: complexity). If anyone is ready to handle the complexity, please dive right in
Please don't mistake me. I'm not trying to disrespect the devs or offend custom ROM users, I'm both. I'm just trying to list down the pros and cons.

just bought z1 upgrade from arc - Browsing forum all i see is complaints and faults!

I've had a quick look through the forum and all I can find are complaints and faults.
I thought there would be good stable high performance good battery roms/kernals by now
Any good suggestions on where to start??

kenmystro said:
I've had a quick look through the forum and all I can find are complaints and faults.
I thought there would be good stable high performance good battery roms/kernals by now
Any good suggestions on where to start??
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Leave it stock. Root the phone, install a custom recovery and xposed framework.
With that combination you can debloat the phone a change it to your needs.

kenmystro said:
I've had a quick look through the forum and all I can find are complaints and faults.
I thought there would be good stable high performance good battery roms/kernals by now
Any good suggestions on where to start??
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Well why do u buy it right after the update of this phone has ended

KWOKSFUNG said:
Well why do u buy it right after the update of this phone has ended
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Did you engage brain before posting that question?
Why do you think?

kenmystro said:
Did you engage brain before posting that question?
Why do you think?
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If all you can find here is complaints and fault, why didn't you read first and then choose another model?

kenmystro said:
Did you engage brain before posting that question?
Why do you think?
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I'm just asking a question do u have to be that rude? I'm finding u pretty stupid for buying a phone that has ended the service life though, as the Z2 and Z3 isnt much more expensive and they have android 6.0
Know what, even xda is abanding Z1 as there wont be MM and they cannot continue development much more.
Good luck

Z1 is good phone, screen is good quality and accurate if you dont mind viewing angles.
Nothing is wrong with this phone. Every thing is good. Just if it had 3gb ram, my only complaint is ram management.

While ram management is poor, I'm trying out the Lollipop memory leak fix using xposed framework and it seems to improve it greatly
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KWOKSFUNG said:
I'm just asking a question do u have to be that rude? I'm finding u pretty stupid for buying a phone that has ended the service life though, as the Z2 and Z3 isnt much more expensive and they have android 6.0
Know what, even xda is abanding Z1 as there wont be MM and they cannot continue development much more.
Good luck
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Me too.
last time i researched the phone it was just out, and all the posts were bragging about it.
the z2 on-wards seem to loose functions. i.e. it goes from shatter proof screen to scratch resistant

jcsy said:
While ram management is poor, I'm trying out the Lollipop memory leak fix using xposed framework and it seems to improve it greatly
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Which one are you referring to? I found only one for 5.0.x in the Xposed repo... or did you use that one?

I think every phone has their fair share of complaints/faults - I mean people who experienced problems are more vocal than those that don't, so you won't see a balance of negative to positive posts

caki25 said:
Which one are you referring to? I found only one for 5.0.x in the Xposed repo... or did you use that one?
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Yes I'm using that one
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