yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
go to settings/call settings/roaming/international dial assist and turn it off

or you can delete the phonebook.apk from /system/vendor/overlay( find the file with phonebook in its name )

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hi i don't think your able to activate fastboot on branded sx.

I have successfully installed stock based xperia t roms on my xperia sx with cwm but internal and sd card do not work don;t know how to fix them :/

Files needed to port t roms

xperia t rom to tx

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2268401

xperia sx buid.prop or change dpi size from 320 to 240

also could you share your sites that have customs roms and custom kernels
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] tinyXperia:
iphone 5s... Xperia Z1 Compact is bigger than the SX I think.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lorrinator:
Call Handler

Thank you Pakman123! Your knowledge is invaluable.

I was wondering if you knew if the "Keypad 4.1.2" app could be replaced with a third party app. I know alternative dialers can be used (such as exDialer), but they don't handle the actual call. For example when I dial a number on exDialer and press call, "Keypad 4.1.2" is then launched to manage the call from that point.

I have been looking online for alternatives and tried numerous dialers, but have come out empty handed.

Not a serious issue, was just interested if it was possible.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
Thanks for the hint, since the xperia T stock kernel is able to deal with our xperia SX we may be able to do something to mount the SD cards, I will try that when I'll have some time.

And the few custom ROMS that I've installed has been found on the japenese blogs by kc1 on post #337 with the help of google translate... The best rom that I've found is this one: https://doc-10-7k-docs.googleuserco...ZmxSZ19KUVk?h=16653014193614665626&e=download It is based on stock 9.1.C.1.103, there is no information on what has been tweaked but it seems to have slightly better battery life than pure stock.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] kc1:
[MENTION=4926526]Redroth[/MENTION]

Bear in mind you can also customise some ROM features using xposed framework.

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For ANT+, you can use a "Suunto Movestick Mini", with a Micro-USB to USB "On-the-Go" cable. A similar product with cable is sold here. I don't know if that one works
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] bigboco:
Kit Kat possibility

I have been using this xperia sx for more than half year, and I like it's compact size. Is there any possibility we can get an Kit Kat update some time? It's really hard to find a well build android phone at this size these days.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lorrinator:
Battery Saving Techniques

Hi All

I wanted to consolidated methods of saving battery life on this device.

I'm still struggling to have anything longer than 10-12 hours (with limited internet surfing and calls)

What I have tried to date, in isolation and combination:

1) Changed the network type to WCDMA only on every reboot ( *#*#4636#*#* )

2) Used JuiceDefender

3) Used docomo's EcoMode

4) Used Lux Auto Brightness to keep the screen brightness below 0

Can people share their success stories?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] drakunov:
SO-05D_9.1.C.1.103_154ROM.zip + remove apps + BetterbatteryStats

gives me 36-48 hrs
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lorrinator:
154ROM and patch GXModv5a

Thank you [MENTION=5593234]drakunov[/MENTION]!

I found this modified rom at a Russian site (post #906), is this the same one you used? and have you installed the GXModv5a they suggest?

[Sorry I am unable to post links, being a newbie. I googled "SO-05D_9.1.C.1.103_154ROM.zip". Second link; "Sony Xperia SX - Обсуждение - 4PDA"]
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] drakunov:
Yes, try to translate some posts of [MENTION=2859830]fuelon[/MENTION] (thats me) Other way maybe you will find an aupdated version of this rom..

You will need to uninstall or freeze a lot of japanese applications(i have deleted or replaced all of them).

and you also will need to disable GPS and limit your Internet usage =)
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lorrinator:
CWM Issue

Hi [MENTION=5593234]drakunov[/MENTION], I updated my rom to the 154ROM, but I have an issue accessing CWM on boot.

I have CWM4GXSX_v1.2.zip installed, as suggested by [MENTION=704274]Kci[/MENTION] in post #356. Previously I was able to enter recovery mode by tapping on the Sony logo when seeing the blue led. This no longer works. I have also tried other combinations such as holding the volume buttons down, but no luck.

Do I have to install a newer version of CWM?

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[MENTION=5593234]drakunov[/MENTION], I figured it out, when the blue LED lights up, press the volume button once.

Thanks again
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] drakunov:
I dont really remember, but try to use CWM6-cDM_v2.5.zip

i issue was simple because i have installed over clean native rom. Dont dorget to clean/wipe .

Other way is to try to use alternative recovery - for exmple TWRP 2.6.3.0

On clean 103 build you need

1) root

2) CWM

3) reboot /flash

Dont forget GXModv5a GXModv5a_FixedSystemUI.v04 and use WCDMA Preferred option in mobile networks
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
Someone know how to tweak this phone to increase the vibration intensity for incoming calls (or anything else...)? I have search on Google play and have found few applications that can change the vibration pattern but nothing seems to be able to manage the intensity of the vibration...

There is probably a configuration file somewhere we could edit and change the intensity level of the vibration but after searching for a while I have found nothing...

Maybe someone knows... thanks in advance
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lorrinator:
Android Phone Vibrator

Have you tried Android Phone Vibrator? It can be downloaded from the play store, but needs the Xposed Framework. It says vibration intensity can be adjusted, and it has been tested on a few Xperia phones.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] maoz59:
Kit Kat?

Hi,

I came across this website:

http://www.upgrade-update-android.info/2013/09/upgradeupdate-xperia-sx-so-05d-to-44.html

Did anyone try it? or is it a scam?

Thanks.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
It's a scam
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] wwwong:
Machi-Chara Update

Hey folks,

Haven't been here in a while :)

Thought you all might enjoy this cute little sheep running across your entire screen

(Not just 4 X 1 empty screen area)

Installed on stock 9.1.C.1.103. Enjoy.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] wwwong:
Adding CWM to Xperia SX

Hello Folks,

I don't know if the rules still apply from the previous posts regarding CWM.. now that it seems we aren't going to get anymore updates. Would anyone please explain how I get CWM on this phone? I've downloaded

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.rommanager

but it's asking me for some recovery image.

Any help is much appreciated :)

Thanks.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
Download cwm from here make sure your rootedl

http://cubeundcube.blogspot.com/2013/04/xperia.html?m=1
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
hi selling my xperia sx

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231234300187?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] wwwong:
O.o Oh noes~ What phone you replacing it with?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
Going to replace it with the z1 compact
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lorrinator:
Xperia Z1 & Z2 mods

Hi [MENTION=2345812]Pakman123[/MENTION]

In your ebay listing you said you could install the following mods on the SX:

Xperia z2 Home launcher

Xperia z2 Phonebook and conversation

Xperia z1 Framework and Systemui

Xperia z1 Settings and Camera

Xperia z1 Themes, Alarm, Calendar, Calculator, Notes and Sketch

How do you go about doing this?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
Will upload my rom when i got time
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] kc1:
Hi did you post your modifications anywhere in the end?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
will upload tonight or tomorrow been busy playing with my z1 compact
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] bigboco:
I want to use Felica as NFC. According to Sony, which is possible.

http://www.sony.jp/support/headphone/confirm/nfc-dr-1rbt.html

But problem is I cannot get Felica initialized. I'm not using SIM card of original carrier, and I cannot download latest Felica(おサイフケータイ) application because I am not in Japan.

Sony NFC Easy Connect keep complaining Felica is not initialized. Is there any unofficial way to get it initialized?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] bmold86:
eBay

Hi all

Very sorry for the long absence and lack of follow through with getting my hands on the SX. Turns out it was a hoax, nearly got cheated by the Chinese sellers I was dealing with.

However, I did get my hands on a legit one, and I am now selling it on eBay. Auction starts at 1 USD. I realize it's a bit late but figured I'd post in here just in case anyone's interested.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sony-Xperia...1370110144?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item25926878c0

--bmold86
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lorrinator:
NFC

I'm having the same issue, have you been able to resolve the problem?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] kc1:
Quick Nudge :) [MENTION=805705]pakman[/MENTION], would appreciate those modifications. , Thanks
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
sorry my i reset my laptop and lost all the files but i have started finding new mods again but got a broken camera atm but i am looking into it :/ then i will release it
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
Need testers!!

NEED SOME TESTERS!!!!

​

Note most of the mods are not made by me all thanks to ​

​

​

154mod, ( for the rom and for porting honami framework for xperia gx and apps)

Niaboc79, ( for most the app ports) ,

Rakz, ( for giving me knowledge about framework-res mods and for colored spinners )

Other modders ( for mods i have used )

Pakman123, ( for adding mods and for customizing framework-res and other things )

ScreenShots
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] kc1:
Hi can you post a download link? Is there a list of tweaks/changes? Have you used Aroma/some tool for installing options? Thanks!​
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] kc1:
Anyone found a download link???
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
i never released a link i never got no Pm for testers and now i have deleted the mods from my pc
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Antioch18:
I have this phone, it's updated to the "latest" Android 4.2.1 and it seems Sony won't support it any more.

I'd like to root it so I can install an Android 4.4 ROM on it, but the older directions I found for it no longer seem to work. Can anyone help?

Thanks,

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Answering my own question...

These are the specifics of the final build Sony pushed out (also what was installed on my phone):

Android 4.2.1

Build 9.1.C.1.103

I found and followed the instructions on this page http://cubeundcube.blogspot.jp/2013/12/xperiarootgx-amiku.html which are simply:

1. Download the files from OneDrive or DropBox

2. Run install.bat

Next - figure out how to get either the latest Android Xperia build on the phone, or figure out which Cyanogen build will work.

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Can anyone share any information about installing some version of Android 4.4? I don't care if its a rip/patch from another Xperia device or CM11.

All I can find this this site but given that I can't find the original thread on XDA Developers I don't trust it.

http://lenovokitkat.blogspot.jp/2013/09/upgradeupdate-xperia-sx-so-05d-to-44.html

Thanks
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Antioch18:
Or at least, anyone know how to remove all of the Docomo and Sony bloatware + startup processes? (Even removing the Xperia skin would be great)

Thanks,
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] td101:
You are already rooted, so i recommend to install TitaniumBackup. Then you simply deinstall all apps you dont need.

If you are interested, i can post which apps i deinstalled.

Gesendet von meinem iPad mit Tapatalk HD
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Antioch18:
Yes, please!

There are so many Docomo and Sony apps viewable through TitaniumBackup - I'm very surprised! I'd like to install as much of the junk as possible, hopefully that will increase the battery life and performance a bit.

Also, is there any way to completely restore the UI back to stock Android?

Thanks,
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] kc1:
Lollipop

Well it seems somebody ported Lollipop 5.0.1 to the SX's sister phone GX-04D.

http://saki-sss.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/xperia-gxcm12-android-50-lollipop.html?m=1

http://anago.2ch.sc/test/read.cgi/smartphone/1417686797/l50

Perhaps somebody here who speaks Japanese could contact "Mr. 154" to see if SX is possible?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
i think it wont work something to do with display drivers in the kernel

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Hi i found the files for my xperia sx on a old memory card i thought i would share them will a quick guide Note: i wont be supporting xperia sx im just sharing so flash with caution

How Flash

- Make a back-up

- Make sure you have Cwm

- Flash 154 Mod Rom Lite and reboot phone after it has installed

- Reboot into recovery after phone has loaded for the first time ( Use cube mod setting to enable reboot options)

- Install Flash Next and XperiaC3CameraJB then reboot

If camera is Fc go into setting applications and clear cache on cameracommon.apk

If you are facing a soft brick use flashtool and flash .ftf for your phone

How to use Flashtool Method Here

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=45808390&postcount=297

How to Root and Add Recovery Method Here

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=43179033&postcount=223

Enjoy

Downloads

154 Mod Rom Lite

http://www.mediafire.com/download/lrb8zem8mqmumfk/154_Mod_Rom_Lite.zip

Flash Next

http://www.mediafire.com/download/3e94hymitb40o7b/Flash_Next.zip

XperiaC3CameraJB

http://www.mediafire.com/download/ah9kij3hj2m4fax/XperiaC3CameraJB.zip
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] george0825:
to Pakman123

yesss, a million thanks for youu:D:good:

Update.. I flash the rom i encountered bootloop..

I done full wipe out and factory reset, clear dalvik cache

Still bootloop.. Any ideas?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Pakman123:
Flash the rom then let the phone boot then after first boot reboot into cwm and flash the other two zips
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] george0825:
I cant coz its bootloop i cant bypass to do cwm.. I need to flash again to stock firmware

Better to reconfirm from other user if same problem with me..
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
Same problem here, bootloop right after flashing the rom. Unable to get back to CWM... look like it has been removed. Need to reinstall stock ROM, root and CWM before to try again or be able to restore backup... [MENTION=5479864]PackMan123[/MENTION] as I understand we need to flash the rom from CWM but maybe it need to be flashed in another way???
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] cajhin:
in case you didn't know (like me): you enter CWM by tapping something on the screen (not with hardware keys, like I'm used to)
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] george0825:
You mean after flashing the rom... Reboot into recovery not reboot in the system or not?

Coz i tried already still bootloop

Btw have you succesfully flash the rom and used it?

If yes, pls guide us how you do it.. Thanks
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
With this device, entering CWM can be done by tapping on the sony logo as well as clicking on volume down/up just after the green led light. If there is no green led, you can do anything CWM will not be launched....
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Calgon2000:
Complete reset of the phone?

Hello guys,

I got this still nice phone but it has more and more problems now.

-I have troubles with the WiFi: it connects, but then loses the connection, then connects again and so one...

-I have trouble with geolocalization: it just don't start even when I'm activating it.

-battery is getting very hot sometimes

-battery doesn't charge sometimes: I just have to shut the phone down, then restart it and it charges

-battery sometimes drains itself reaaaally fast and sometimes at a completely normal speed

Let's say, I'm thinking of changing my SX SO-05D but I have to questions before doing that:

1-Do you have any idea which phone could be seen as a replacement (form factor, power...) to this one?

2-Do you know how to do complete reset of the phone? I'd like to see if works better then.

Thanks guys!
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
There is no alternative as small and as powerful as Xperia SX S0-05D on the market.

You can try with an Xperia Ray which is really similar in size but only have a tiny memory setup and small CPU. Maybe with some custom ROM you can do something "not so bad" but it will never be as smooth as with your SX SO-05D... Otherwise there are plenty of bigger phones on the market that are very powerfull but if like me you like small devices, you should keep your phone for now.

If you want to reset your phone completly, I suggest that you flash a stock 9.1.C.1.103 TFT with Flashtool, it will reset everything. After that you will need to install CWM, root and cleanup all the Docomo bloatwares. See previous posts of this thread to get info on how to do that and what should be removed or keeped.

It should fix your problems... Don't forget to backup before doing anything in case of a problem.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Calgon2000:
Thanks Redroth, I'll try that.

I know the Xperia Ray: it was my previous phone :)
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Calgon2000:
Redroth > I reset my phone but now I'm in trouble finding the proper files to root and install CWM.

All the files I found to root keep telling me that the device was not found: if I'm not mistaken, the fact I put 9.1.C.1.103 FTF may be the problem? Do you have the files I need for installing CWM and rooting the phone?

Thanks!
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
Don't forget to install the appropriate sony drivers on your computer. And make sure USB Debugging is On while trying to Root and install CWM. Everything you need to root and install CWM is available in previous posts of this thread..
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Sogree:
Wanted

Would somebody be willing to part of his/her used SX for a reasonable price? (not the insane ebay or Kyoex prices)

I still own a custom rom Ray but the memory space is getting too small. I tried the xperia Z3 mini but there was noting 'mini' about that phone :silly:

The SX has to work ofcourse and prefreably be black.

Please PM me!

Kind regards

Sogree
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Calgon2000:
Wow!! I finally manage to see my phone in Flashtool: seems that the ADB drivers were not uptodate?!

Now I tried to use the root function from the software. The process runs well until an information window appears:

"Please look at your device and goto restore tab

Choose RootMe backup.

Restore and Press OK when done!"

The trouble is that when I look on my device, there is neither "restore tab" nor "RootMe backup" option: what should I do?!

Another app, I have to preinstall? Thanks!

The second thing I tried was with the 'rootkitXperia_20140719' from here: http://cubeundcube.blogspot.fr/2014/07/xperiarootgx-z2a2.html

This has a 'install.bat' inside it but it keeps telling me 'adb' is not 'correct' (it's in french, but that's the idea). What should I do? Is there something to be done before using the .bat file?

Thanks. I know I'm not the best with Android, but I don't understand why it's not working :(
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
You should use Flashtool only to flash stock tft file with this phone. You should not try to flash kernel or custom rom neither to try to root your phone using Flashtool. Just read previous posts and you will find rootkits and CWM install kit that are working for this phone.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Calgon2000:
Hi Redroth. Like I said, I tried the file from http://cubeundcube.blogspot.fr/2014/07/xperiarootgx-z2a2.html but no luck with it :(

This is the only file I found to root a 9.1.C.1.103 FTF firmware.

In the previous posts, I couldn't find anything 'better' than this file. Could you please point out the one file that you know works?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Calgon2000:
Finally managed to get it work. The problem was from 'adb': I don't know why but it couldn't be found even after changing the system variables.

I copied all the necessary files next to install.bat and it worked!! Thanks!
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] JimmyRay:
Hello,

I received my SX yesterday (purchased from Yahoo Auctions, here in Japan). It is already running the 'latest' 4.1.2 rom, but coming from the clean experience of LegacyXperia/CM12.1 on my Ray, feels horribly bloated (and poorly themed). I've been reading through the 2ch Japanese threads, and intend to flash any KitKat/Lollipop roms I find.

Am I correct in thinking that there is still no bootloader unlock? Not even by connecting the testpoint, as on the 2011 Xperia models?

Any recent updates since Calgon2000's post on the 10th May?

Thanks in advance!
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] Redroth:
No bootloader unlock for this device, you must stay with stock based rom/kernel... I have never found anything on the japanese forum that can improve significantly the latest stock rom. You can get rid of the bloatwares once rooted and you can install some cool stuff to get some kind of customization/themed. There are definitly something to do with that phone, My old/backup phone is still my Xperia Ray with CM11 customisation but each time I use it I miss my powerfull and plenty of memory SX SO-05D ... you'lll enjoy after a while...
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] JimmyRay:
Thank you for your reply.

Yes, I spent a while over the weekend reading through the 2ch threads from the very beginning (20 threads each with 1000 posts!). It was quite interesting following the development since the SX/GX's initial release - receiving rom updates, getting root, adding CWM, and reflashing debloated versions of the stock rom. It was also my first experience reading through 2ch threads and I was surprised how harsh many of the (anonymous) respondents could be.

Then at one point, the GX's overseas cousin, the TX, received an update which allowed potential further development on the GX. Unfortunately, despite optimistic pleas to the main developer '154' from SX owners, the phone has remained stuck on the 4.1.2 rom., while the GX continues to advance with CM11 and now CM12.1 builds. 154-san gave signs of hope that the SX could in theory run CM, but his efforts to build a rom were unsuccessful - it appeared to boot, but nothing was visible on the display (a rare Sharp LS038K3SX01 unit). Earlier in the year it seemed 154-san was continuing to make progress with the SX build, however in this post from April he appears to have given up, and there have been no further updates about the SX since. ;(

154-san clearly has a lot of knowledge and experience about the GX/SX, however I wonder if it might be worth suggesting he requests assistance from developers here at XDA - perhaps others who have worked on other 'blue' platform/Xperia devices, such as DooMLoRD? The SX spec isn't terribly strong by modern standards, but it remains an intriguing, attractive, and an almost cult phone due to it's compact size - arguably the last truly compact device...a worthy successor to the superb Ray, limited only by its Japan-only release.

Thanks again for your reply!