is this possible to use with a custom rom (carbon rom) which needs unlocked bl but i need drm functions because camera is horrible in even slight low light, might just go to stock which i hate but i need camera more
Did you look into this yet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/xperia-z1-z2-z3-series-devices-drm-t2930672
I haven't tried it but apparently it restores your DRM function
xpzx said:
is this possible to use with a custom rom (carbon rom) which needs unlocked bl but i need drm functions because camera is horrible in even slight low light, might just go to stock which i hate but i need camera more
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It is not possible to restore the TA partition and keep the bootloader unlocked. As mentioned in the post above me it is possible to regain DRM functionality on a stock ROM through that mod. Do note that this is only for stock ROM, it probably won't work or do anything on an AOSP based ROM.
I hope we have answered your questions
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Isn't Carbon ROM CM based? I wonder cause I too am looking at best path forward. IF CM based, my understanding is all camera apps will give a fish eye lens effect. I notice it all the time with any vertical lines not directly centered. I had to go back to stock rooted and re-lock bootloader. There's a ROM I'm using now called AIO (All in one, with heavy de-bloat and xposed already installed). Seems pretty good, except now I cannot install my banking apps.
I'm beginning to wonder if it's now no longer worth rooting. Separate discussion, I know.
there is no fish eye effect i can see. the camera quality is good without low light, but tbh with low light its unbearable . the noise is horrible, cant even take a selfie in remotely low light
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Hi, after 12 hours of bricking and unbricking my phone and forgetting to save TA partition I have successfully got my phone working again with the custom ROM installed and semi working.
The main reason I wanted it was to get my camera working on 20MP with superior auto. However when I have taken photos on superior auto I am getting 8MP photos instead of 20MP. When installing the ROM I did choose th 20MP mod and have seen the mod is there via the security app but still struggle to get the camera to take 20MP on auto.
I would have liked to post this message in the correct post in the iHackers thread but the forum would rather I spam 10 posts before they allow me to post in there... Strange if you ask me as I do not have time to spam 10 posts, I would however stick around after this problem is resolved as I have just got into Android phones after finally leaving apple... :S
Does anyone else have the Z1 with this ROM and having the same issue?
PS. I forgot to save the TA partition like a NOOB! BUT every app is working fine except Wisepilot for Xperia, which installs but has asked me to pay for the features I am supposed to already have. I suspect this is due to the missing DRM files.
I know there is no way to get DRM back but what if I sent the phone to Sony and asked to pay to get them back, is that a possibility?
To recap:
1: How to get 20MP on superior auto...
2. Wisepilot for Xperia, does it work for free on this ROM?
3. Will Sony fix DRM for cash? If not, is there a way around this? Insurance?
Thanks.
coolio85 said:
1: How to get 20MP on superior auto...
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You have just 2 options to get 20mp in Superior Auto, 1 flash the VodafoneUK FTF 4.3 from HERE or use this Xposed HERE
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2. Wisepilot for Xperia, does it work for free on this ROM?
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Probably not and is compatibility issue but maybe someone figure out how to let it work. Nothing what I am aware of.
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3. Will Sony fix DRM for cash? If not, is there a way around this? Insurance?
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Ask them how this will cost you because nobody did this before and maybe is not worth to do it because the phone working properly anyway.
There is no way around to get back your DRM keys and no Warranty too now so anything you will have with your phone, you have to pay.
If you installed xposed module in flashing process then you have it already and there's no need to install it again.
Go to settings/IHackers/Xposed framework and enable module.
Restart and that's it.
If it still won't work, go again in settings/iHackers/xposed framework and reinstall xposed framework again.
After every change (modules, xposed framework) you have to restart your device.
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coolio85 said:
Hi, after 12 hours of bricking and unbricking my phone and forgetting to save TA partition I have successfully got my phone working again with the custom ROM installed and semi working.
The main reason I wanted it was to get my camera working on 20MP with superior auto. However when I have taken photos on superior auto I am getting 8MP photos instead of 20MP. When installing the ROM I did choose th 20MP mod and have seen the mod is there via the security app but still struggle to get the camera to take 20MP on auto.
I would have liked to post this message in the correct post in the iHackers thread but the forum would rather I spam 10 posts before they allow me to post in there... Strange if you ask me as I do not have time to spam 10 posts, I would however stick around after this problem is resolved as I have just got into Android phones after finally leaving apple... :S
Does anyone else have the Z1 with this ROM and having the same issue?
PS. I forgot to save the TA partition like a NOOB! BUT every app is working fine except Wisepilot for Xperia, which installs but has asked me to pay for the features I am supposed to already have. I suspect this is due to the missing DRM files.
I know there is no way to get DRM back but what if I sent the phone to Sony and asked to pay to get them back, is that a possibility?
To recap:
1: How to get 20MP on superior auto...
2. Wisepilot for Xperia, does it work for free on this ROM?
3. Will Sony fix DRM for cash? If not, is there a way around this? Insurance?
Thanks.
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I have the same problem. I forgot to backup the TA partition and now suffering for losing those drm keys. The x reality engine is not functioning and i need that to watch movie. So sad.(still finding the solution how to gain back those drm.keys)
And then i did install ihackers rom to gain superior 20mp but its useless. 20mp is even worse when it comes to low light condition. so i disabled it. Not happy with this.
The same here- dissapointed and regret Bootunlock- didnt actually now that would happen
Hey guys,
Im planning to unlock my bootloader to flash some AOSP like CM on my Xperia Z1.
Now I want to know if I flash CM11 M11, will camera work and how is the quality of images shot with it?
And if I want to relock my bootloader I just have to restore TA on the firmware the backup was done, right?
And is the risk of bricking my phone by restoring TA really that high how some people claim???
thanks in advance
mischa_martin
Yes the camera will work, In my opinion the quality is better on AOSP with better noise reduction, as well as complete absence of purple fuzziness. Just make sure to use the Z1 camera fix app and your good to go ( the camera will work without it but may freeze requiring a reboot to fix). As for the TA backup, restore it on the firmware you were on following the correct steps you shouldn't encounter any problems. Just make sure to have multiple backups of the TA backup. and discard any if they get corrupt. AS A CORRUPT TA WILL MOST LIKELY BRICK YOUR PHONE!!
but all in all I doubt you will ever feel the need to re lock your boot loader, unless servicing the phone. Hope I helped Happy Flashing !
Yes, the Google camera does have less noise than the Sony camera, however the 'half press' to focus doesn't work.
Also when your phone is on sleep, pressing the camera button will only take you to the lockscreen, not to the camera.
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Yes the camera will work, In my opinion the quality is better on AOSP with better noise reduction, as well as complete absence of purple fuzziness. Just make sure to use the Z1 camera fix app and your good to go ( the camera will work without it but may freeze requiring a reboot to fix). As for the TA backup, restore it on the firmware you were on following the correct steps you shouldn't encounter any problems. Just make sure to have multiple backups of the TA backup. and discard any if they get corrupt. AS A CORRUPT TA WILL MOST LIKELY BRICK YOUR PHONE!!
but all in all I doubt you will ever feel the need to re lock your boot loader, unless servicing the phone. Hope I helped Happy Flashing !
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Thanks mate, nice answer!
Im gonna take another backup on clean .108 rooted firmware just to be sure.
And I´ve never got any corrupt one. Integrity check was passed always.
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Yes, the Google camera does have less noise than the Sony camera, however the 'half press' to focus doesn't work.
Also when your phone is on sleep, pressing the camera button will only take you to the lockscreen, not to the camera.
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Thats not really a problem for me.
declan8888 said:
Yes, the Google camera does have less noise than the Sony camera, however the 'half press' to focus doesn't work.
Also when your phone is on sleep, pressing the camera button will only take you to the lockscreen, not to the camera.
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The camera shortcut key isn't such a big deal, and whenever you turn on the phone it still launches the camera. As for half press to focus, true it doesn't work with Google camera but it does with the cyanogenmod camera and many many others, like dslr camera, oneplus one camera etc.
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mischa_martin said:
Thanks mate, nice answer!
Im gonna take another backup on clean .108 rooted firmware just to be sure.
And I´ve never got any corrupt one. Integrity check was passed always.
Thats not really a problem for me.
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cool I recommend dslr camera it is a few bucks in the play store, but it is well worth it and takes excellent photos with half press to focus working. If dslr camera is not your thing try the oneplus camera you can test both out on official sony firmware
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The camera shortcut key isn't such a big deal, and whenever you turn on the phone it still launches the camera. As for half press to focus, true it doesn't work with Google camera but it does with the cyanogenmod camera and many many others, like dslr camera, oneplus one camera etc.
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cool I recommend dslr camera it is a few bucks in the play store, but it is well worth it and takes excellent photos with half press to focus working. If dslr camera is not your thing try the oneplus camera you can test both out on official sony firmware
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Im usually using snap camera if im not on stock roms.
I installed CM and PA. Both seem to be laggy in terms of scrolling.
Do you experience such or other problems too?
If no, could you recommend me a good rom??
thanks in advance
mischa_martin
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Im usually using snap camera if im not on stock roms.
I installed CM and PA. Both seem to be laggy in terms of scrolling.
Do you experience such or other problems too?
If no, could you recommend me a good rom??
thanks in advance
mischa_martin
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http://www.drdevs.com/devs/teamliquid/Nightly/Xperia_Z1/ smooth is in its name
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http://www.drdevs.com/devs/teamliquid/Nightly/Xperia_Z1/ smooth is in its name
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Ok, I know this ROM from my previous devices. Will check this out on this one
But do you have any problems with aosp roms?
And which kernel are you using?
I use the default liquid smooth kernel, it works best. Not really anything to complain you can improve the audio fidelity by cranking up the volume, by editing /system/etc/mixer_paths.XML.
Meaning CM Rom has better camera than stock?
Hi guys,
I have searched around all the custom roms and have seen many good features from many different roms, but since most are based off the cm12.1 source, there is the fish eye bug when using the camera.
I appreciate this is an ongoing issue, and will eventually be sorted out.. however I quite like the stock camera especially with the 20MP Superior auto module via xposed.
Can anyone recommend a decent slim rom with a working camera as good as stock or above? Is it possible to restore the DRM keys back and use the standard camera app with a custom rom?
Appreciate any thoughts
Happy modding :good:
I've been working on my own customized Droid Turbo 5.1 img and right now, it's just about the same as Computerfreek's (SuperSU v. 2.49 beta, xposed romracer v.71, latest version of stericson's busybox, latest pon-3 build), minus his battery/signal/whatever he added to build.prop optimizations. Also, the HDR bug is completely fixed (although I hear that it's fixed in his latest build as well). I don't really know where to go from here. What are some custom ROM features that you would like to see baked in? If I can make something that is significantly different than CF's, I'll gladly release it to everyone.
firstEncounter also has a stock rooted image that can be installed with extras including xposed, busybox, adblock, tethering, . I personally don't need much more than that unless you want to get rid of a bunch of stock apps. I disable the amazon apps, most of the verizon apps, along with nfl, slacker, audible, imdb... Hopefully we get a bootloader unlock soon
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firstEncounter also has a stock rooted image that can be installed with extras including xposed, busybox, adblock, tethering, . I personally don't need much more than that unless you want to get rid of a bunch of stock apps. I disable the amazon apps, most of the verizon apps, along with nfl, slacker, audible, imdb... Hopefully we get a bootloader unlock soon
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FirstEncounter's image has the HDR bug though. Also, CF's image has tethering enabled. Tethering is pretty easy to add. I have no use for it myself, but if I ever go public, it will be in there. As for adblock, I'm pretty sure CF has that too. And yes, I plan on heavily debloating it. If the phone can live without it, it will be gone.
If the rumors are correct, we will have a bootloader unlock in the near future, so this all might be a moot point. Until it is though, it's a fun hobby.
Haven't had any issues with the camera on FirstEncounter image but with the CF mine locked up after the first picture until I turned off HDR. My battery life is also worse on the CF image, guess his tweaks aren't in line with my usage. Either way if you make something for yourself I'm sure a few ppl will give it a try. Not many options for us old root junkies itching to get their next fix [emoji3]
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Haven't had any issues with the camera on FirstEncounter image but with the CF mine locked up after the first picture until I turned off HDR. My battery life is also worse on the CF image, guess his tweaks aren't in line with my usage. Either way if you make something for yourself I'm sure a few ppl will give it a try. Not many options for us old root junkies itching to get their next fix [emoji3]
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Really? I tried flashing FirstEncounter's a few weeks ago and I got the HDR bug. Did you apply the patch or no?
In that case, maybe I will upload my image.
No issues with just the V2 and today I flashed the V2 + extras he bundled as an image.
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No issues with just the V2 and today I flashed the V2 + extras he bundled as an image.
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Interesting. Have you tried taking a picture with HDR on using the V2 + extras rom? If my theory about why the HDR bug happens is correct, that shouldn't work.
EDIT: Nevermind. He updated the images yesterday. He probably fixed the problem.
Yeah my phone camera usually stays on auto but I switched to HDR just to test and no lock up
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Honestly, my battery life isn't that great. I'd love to try your image, op. The only thing I want is a black and red theme, but that is not an easy feat. I use nova/nova prime, so at least my launcher is themed. I just want all of the white backgrounds to be black. Well, and text to be red. Reasons I can't wait to have BL unlock. The Sunshine team says they are working on BL unlock. Time will tell.
dp. edit. something. lol. I have run this image for the last 24 hours. battery life seems equal to the tweaked/modded version, which I find odd. Signal reception has been better. overall, the img runs great. no glitches, freezes. literally zero issues. I don't use cerberus, but I used that version. excellent work at any rate, man. thank you!!! I will probably go back to the other one's new version, but I am tempted to just run this. Again, excellent work. Much appreciated.
1080 resolution option
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I've been working on my own customized Droid Turbo 5.1 img and right now, it's just about the same as Computerfreek's (SuperSU v. 2.49 beta, xposed romracer v.71, latest version of stericson's busybox, latest pon-3 build), minus his battery/signal/whatever he added to build.prop optimizations. Also, the HDR bug is completely fixed (although I hear that it's fixed in his latest build as well). I don't really know where to go from here. What are some custom ROM features that you would like to see baked in? If I can make something that is significantly different than CF's, I'll gladly release it to everyone.
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http://www.xda-developers.com/xperi...ted-oneplus-2-unlockrootflash-guide-xda-tvuo/
referencing this article about the upcoming sony z5 I was wondering if kicking down our resolution a notch may improve performance? that and an upgraded audio experience is all I ask for in a rom. I love VIPER but even at it's best it's fairly buggy.
it wont improve performance to rock 1080p but it will make battery life insane afaik.
Just wondering if there's a workaround so I can use any camera app in any app to take pictures, I don't mind going to custom rom or rooting device again. Just a pain to backup everything and all that not so fun stuff