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[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MarkMRL:
This update works very well. All the bugs that made me rage are fixed. I expected some new apps but oh well, I can still install them thanks to you geniuses who do the porting from newer phones.

Only one things annoys me, it's the double click thing to open the recent apps and smallaps. That's totally horrible. Is there some way to revert to the older function of the home button?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sinple:
i totally agree. need some time to get used to double tapping instead
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] pperu:
Im intrested in update for "WOLRD" rom, Cos if I think good I got that, but PCC and SUS told my phone got the latest software.

Any news?

My software info in attachment.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Gallardo994:
Use flashtool.

Powered by GSR with Android 4.1.2 on the board.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ConorCX:
My PCC says that .200 is the latest version for me as well. I am considering flashing WORLD .96, maybe you could do that. If you do tell me how it goes.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] PLovrin:
Well you can change customization version to 1257-6919_R3H world generic reboot, connect to pc, open pc companion and it will give you latest update ;)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ConorCX:
I'm not sure if I want to void my warranty though. Will it?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] blackie333:
Any news about native support for Sony Dualshock 3?

http://www.xperiablog.net/2013/04/0...shock-3-controller-support-for-xperia-phones/

I was hoping ...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] nuts70:
Hi It's the best jb for sxs yet but I don't know if any 1

noticed there's 1 buggy prob for the new sw

after I flashed it to my phone when I connect to pc the battery precentage

decreased any 1 else get these or just me

.thanx
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Envious_Data:
ive had that sometimes but i think its caused by the Way the XS calibrates the battery, there is no way to manualy calibrate the battery
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] n70shan:
1080 video recording is still jerking sometimes..........also compared to ics it takes too much time to focus object which is ruinning my video
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hmzuleta:
How do I do this? Mine is 1266-9060_R2H
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] PLovrin:
First, you need root. If you don't have it, use DooMLorD's rooting toolkit located here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2327472

When you are rooted, you need "Root Browser" found here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrummy.root.browserfree&hl=sl

You go into system and open up build.prop. Make a backup of build.prop before you change it.

And in build.prop you will find next lines:

ro.product.name=Lt26i_XXXX-XXXX

ro.build.fingerprint=XXXX-XXXX

ro.semc.version.cust=XXXX-XXXX

ro.srmc.version.cust_revision=RXX

XXXX-XXXX represents your SI number.

So all that's left, change it to 1257-6919_R3H so it looks like:

ro.product.name=Lt26i_1257-6919

ro.build.fingerprint=1257-6919

ro.semc.version.cust=1257-6919

ro.srmc.version.cust_revision=R3H

Save the file, restart the phone, connect to PC open PC companion and it will give you last update ;)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kaizvn:
why so serious, just download and use flashtool, just do not wipe, everything is ok :D.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] volkantokuc:
After changing the build prop for my SL it keeps restaring but not boots, only solution is flashing?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hmzuleta:
Wow, that seems much simpler. I'm still waiting for the .ftf for my XSL, though. Thanks, guys.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lordoftheriffs:
It seems to jerk during recording, but not playback, which matters.

Also try changing focusing mode from face recognition to single, helps a lot
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Biwwy:
Anyone else noticed that getting back Bravia Engine and download music info using this method: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2068225 doesn't work on the .96 fw, when it worked perfectly on the .200 and .211 :(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Gallardo994:
Music info is downloaded without any dances around the fire on JB. Bravia is pretty useless anyway. But you can relock all the stuff on 211 and install just 96 kernel (and WiFi Modules, if you're experiencing some problems starting it)

Powered by GSR with Android 4.1.2 on the board.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] omaretman:
i need firmware for SL LT26ii :rolleyes:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rocker00:
+1
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] chrissoriano:
Any acro s here did root method by doomlord?

Edit : nevermind successfully rooted ... Lol!!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ImAnurag:
share the method, did you DooMLoRD one ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dark_skeleton:
Have you noticed that after this update your phones are automatically set to report usage statistics to Sony?

Check settings in the Xperia menu
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] chrissoriano:
I flash .211 kernel then use doomlord latest .96 rooting toolkit ( thats for xperia s i think v18 latest)

then flash back to .96 kernel...

Or here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2418991
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Damiano1234:
I have off

☆★☆ XPERIA S ☆★☆ - tapatalk
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] nuts70:
I see & also noticed it'll decrease only if u use the phone while connected but if u leaved it will keep charging normal

Thanx for replying
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
It's not, it will ask you to accept it or not...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lammebn:
when i try to flash my lt26i whit flash tool on ubuntu 12.04 i have this error:

25/040/2013 14:40:20 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - Device ready for R/W.
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - Reading device information
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - Unable to read from phone after having opened it.
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - trying to continue anyway
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - Start Flashing
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - Processing loader
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - Checking header
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - INFO - Ending flash session
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - ERROR - S1 Header checksum Error
25/040/2013 14:40:22 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted

why?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ConorCX:
You might have a corrupt ftf? Redownload it or download another ftf.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lammebn:
sorry i haven't run flash tool as SU
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] danlikesphones:
If you get this error message:

"Sorry, you can't view or download this file at this time.

Too many users have viewed or downloaded this file recently. Please try accessing the file again later. If the file you are trying to access is particularly large or is shared with many people, it may take up to 24 hours to be able to view or download the file. If you still can't access a file after 24 hours, contact your domain administrator."

Use this link instead: https://mega.co.nz/#!qxxgDRhb!J3aWiiqLrOIZ-JeAJw8qpDLtTp4S-1YNVlEWE3dx1fQ
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] NisseDILLIGAF:
Thanx for mirror.. :)

Here's another one.. well, It's a new file from user satxtreme

LT26w_6.2.B.1.96_Nordic_1266-4530.ftf
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dormidont:
Torrent for XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_1257-6919.ftf

http://burnbit.com/torrent/254100/XperiaS_LT26i_6_2_B_1_96_1257_6919_ftf
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Jamal_RS:
ftf for SL?!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Barleyman:
Yeah. I was thinking that might happen when he advised going mucking there with root Explorer.

Build.Prop is a finicky file, if the permissions are not exactly right it'll create a bootloop. It's much safer to use build.Prop editor from play store which ensures the permissions are correct. This will happen with too many permissions as well!

It's possible to fix the permissions with a batch file and ADB, let him provide the correct chmod command line.. Backup can have issues with permissions also. Alternatively CWM has "fix permissions" option.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] volkantokuc:
I could manage to flash after shutting down with power + volüme up and three vibrations. Thanks anyway.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mariovp:
Why is this link for lt26w 486mb, and the link from Mega is 768mb? Are they different?

:silly:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] NisseDILLIGAF:
The file from satxtreme, (486mb) is compressed (Winrar shows 68% ratio)

FYI.. I haven't tested any of them,just posted the link..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] satxtreme:
Different compression

I think so correct size 486mb
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ammar2014:
wifi don't work with syrian simcard ..

same problem again -_- . like .200 & .211::crying:

wifi don't work with syrian simcard ..

wifi don't work with syrian simcard ..

wifi don't work with syrian simcard ..

wifi don't work with syrian simcard ..

wifi don't work with syrian simcard ..

disappointed :/
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] UchihaDareNial:
Please make it roll out fast,Sony...don't make me upset...until now I don't even freaking got any JB update in my ohone,regardless buggy or not...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] milad_alk7:
Re

4.2? :-?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] MarkMRL:
I seriously hope the double click thing will be optional if I opt out of using the battery and privacy raping Google Now.

No mention of the volume up bug? That's by far the worst one, which forces me to reboot the phone multiple times a day.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rErEaT:
Its 4.1 bug fix test fw
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] darkmatthew:
I gave my Xperia S for warranty reaseon "Laggy 1080p,no 2G internet" :DDD

I wonder what they'll do
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] omegastarr:
That's super news ! Better custom ROMs will come out, camera will be tweaked better.. Can't wait !
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] georgesmh:
i hope they fix the home screen redraws!!!

i tried editing build.prop, used a ram management app, wipe all data.. nothing!!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Bwyan Benton:
I keep hearing about the volume up bug but personally i haven't noticed any weird behavior with it.

Can you tell me how to start it?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] RodrigoOgasawara:
I just had the volume up bug one time,suddenly when listening music i tried to press it (not fast,only one time) and the volume didnt change,i pressed again and nothing,so i rebooted and the bug gone.The same happened with the power button,it turn on the screen but didnt lock.,again a reboot solved the issue and boot problems never happened again until now.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Futurust:
Did you guys see the new HS of the update? Apparently, we'll be getting the transparent systemUI too :) It's in this section too but in another thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2399313
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dr Goodvibes:
I wonder how many other features will be fixed as a spinoff of this update.

Logitech USB Unifying 2.4GHz mouse/keyboard don't work.

No paid application widget can be placed on home screen and still be there after power off/on.

HDMI HW acceleration viewing mkv 720p video has only an aspect of 4:3 and no ability to support 16:9.

HDMI Software Encoding does support 16:9... but then the video it unwatchable due to lag.

Stamina mode for the masses, yes. But it has no importance to me as I can already flat line my phone in 6.2.B.0.211
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] FenrirMX:
I'm gonna have to ask how. :P
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Dr Goodvibes:
I use a combination of SetCPU and Kernel Tuner. SetCPU with screen-off profile at 485-192MHz powersaver and default of 1512-192MHz ondemand/noop

Using Kernel Tuner I set the second Core to powersave with primary core left at ondemand.

3G mobile data off when WiFi available.

Removed ten's of apps from /system/app. Deleted FB and Twitter and just run WhatsApp, Kaiten mail and have no location or Google sync enabled. Screen timeout at 2mins. Power Schedule shuts off Telephony at night and then enables in the morning, but never really noticed any battery benefits by doing this other than no wrong numbers at 02:00 in the morning. Good Telephony signal(Green) may also help battery life.

Sorry OP for that distraction.. now back to 6.2.B.1.96..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] utsav911:
And I get same thing without doing any kernel tweaks.

And yesterday I watched a movie (90 mins) and it only took 22 % of my battery.

sent from Xperia HD using tapatalk
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Olivier:
I'm looking forward to the update... Hopefully all bugs will be ironed out.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] switzerland92:
I even hope more they will improve camera quality like they did on Xperia Z.

Link

Camera on XS clearly can do better that in current version (stock/custom ROM, it doesn't matter since it's camera firmware).
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Vengeance66:
Yes. The pictures can be with better quality, although I'm really satisfied with the current quality. :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Bwyan Benton:
The quality is nothing to brag about. Its just ok.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] omegastarr:
The pictures were waaaay better on ICS with Rizal's cyber shot mod.. it's a big leap back in JB with the purple tints and the pictures look way brighter (maybe contrast problems). Hope they fix it in the new FW because I was thinking of going back to ICS just for the camera..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] gravtec:
Any news about wifi direct on latest fw?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
Wi-Fi is worse in portugal
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Jackmax32:
Can someone please provide me a link for. 96 World generic tft...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
Read the first post,,,,
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Jackmax32:
Lol... Simple as that... Ty..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ermond012:
Hi, Xperia acro S user here. Can I try this one on my acro S?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
Is your Bootloader Unlocked? If so, why don't you just use the ftf here?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kimikim0:
i think it good update , no bug so far for me
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] omaretman:
i need firmware or CDA for xperia SL LT26ii :(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Masarius:
Yes, it worked for me. All I had to to is swap the numbers given by PLovrin for the Xperia S version of the update for those of the Acro S update given in the OP: 1266-4530
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] behzadshar:
Why a new update for sl Stats؟
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ermond012:
Tried it and now currently updating my phone via SUS. Thanks! ^^
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] akshaykarwa:
Can anyone upload the link for Xperia SL world ftf? Many people have asked..including me!

Someone!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sonudhillon:
I haven't heard anyone receiving the update for SL yet.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mysaq:
Sony claims that 6.2.B.1.96 is launched in GB, PL,...

http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/software/phones/xperia-s/
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] volkantokuc:
Very fast update even though the phone did not get the real update :) I think that shows they want to close the book of 2012 S, SL and Acro S very quickly.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lee480:
Full change log from Sony:

Inclusive of some stability improvements,

Camera:

-Addressed an abnormality in the white balance

-Improved the Quick Launch button functionality

-Smoothed out (1080p) video recording, minimizing lag

For apps, services & data:

-Streamlined Exchange Active Sync, particularly when running an encrypted set-up

-Boosted connection stability for 2G network data

-Ensured preferences on 3rd party apps remain after reboot – not a common problem, but we understand it can be a frustrating one!

For battery:

-Economised power consumption, and heat dispersion for longer life

-Corrected juice level notifications, especially when running low

And for hardware & UI:

-Introduced a home key long-press to launch Google Now, and a double-press to launch Recent Apps

-Made sure the volume “up” button is fully responsive
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ejstubbs:
Re: Sony claims that 6.2.B.1.96 is launched in GB, PL,...

Yup, just got it on my Acro S here in the UK. Looking good so far. The Walkman app crashed but I think that was because I had another version installed. I uninstalled updates in Settings -> Apps and it's fine now.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] nxdu:
You should put this at the first post.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kr1st0f1:
6.2.B.1.96 update available in Belgium as of now trough Companion.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lee480:
Xperia Ion users: try to politely ask in the comment section for an ETA for the grandest phone of all 4:

http://blogs.sonymobile.com/2013/08...-update-for-xperia-s-xperia-sl-xperia-acro-s/
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] UchihaDareNial:
Honestly,if Sony is planning to give us a surprise with a 'special' firmware update which fix the bug and include a goodies inside it which Xperia S,SL or acro S don't have,but kinda late to deliver it...I can accept it as an apology fron them
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] r0bot:
Anyone know if Sony is planning to release sources with this new update?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ConorCX:
Firstly thanks to you guys that have uploaded the FTF files for this firmware. I've thanked your posts.

My Xperia S is O2-UK carrier branded (logos show at boot and power off). The device is running my carriers official .200 Jelly Bean customization. It has a locked bootloader and is not rooted.

I would like to ask a question to minimize the chance of any brick occurring. Should I wipe the data, cache and appslog before flashing the FTF file?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ejstubbs:
Hmm, maybe I spoke too soon: the internal SD card has filled up with CWM backups and other stuff, and nothing I do will get me any free space back. Deleting files using File Expert or other apps on the phone appears to work but the free space doesn't increase. Mounting the internal SD card to my Mac (using Doomlord's SD card mounter app) and deleting files that way achieves nothing as well. The files go, but the space doesn't come back.

Is this is bug with JB on the Acro S, or something specific to my phone - perhaps carried over from ICS because I upgraded using Sony Bridge for Mac rather than flashing an ftf to start from scratch?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
Just reflash if you have unlocked bootloader... Try root explorer to delete files...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] satishzone:
Oh yeah, it's fixed

Confirmed - 2G bug, which has frustrated so many Indians is now fixed. This might have been already confirmed by many but another vote doesn't hurt, I guess.

Another note, I flashed it without wiping anything and noticed no issues at all.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] @NUJ:
Extendend standby mode not working
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
It woks for me... When extended standby mode is turned on, msgs from viber wouldn't get through until the screen is turned on...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] volkantokuc:
Sl lt 26ii ftf

Hey guys I saw this link for XSL LT26II 6.2.B.1.96 ftf please check it out I hope it suits. As I am at work I can't confirm it right now

http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=311001891&uk=4230504411
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] @NUJ:
It doesnt wrks for me I still can receive msg from whatsap eventhough my screen was off
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
Try not to open immediately the screen after turning it off for about 5minutes... Anything that uses data wouldn't get through in my phone when enabled ( eg. viber, whatsap, line, or even facebook and other notifications that normally popup).
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mehdi-18:
It doesnt wrks for me too:D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] @NUJ:
So is it a bug or asusual sony has shown its weak ability
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] FrancoBegbie:
Update has landed in the UK

Just in the process of updating phone via PC Companion. I'm in the UK and have a UK generic handset on O2
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mehdi-18:
One of my friends was just download it!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
How did you test it? Or maybe its just on S...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] arebydde:
You're so naive
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
2g problams battery worst panorama bug.... what else...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Djscarbo:
did you successfully update? i also have generic uk handset but still no sign of update through pc companion :crying:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] FrancoBegbie:
Sure did

Update took about 15 mins end to end. Everything seems to be fine. Horrible screen redraws seem to have gone, so we'll see how it goes.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
will the update of europe makes a difference in relation to the global update? I live in europe can I get better gsm signal and wi-fi?

can someone get me the update of Portugal?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] FrancoBegbie:
I'm in UK and the HSPDA signal seems to be fine (as before), GSM seems to be working now (it wasn't before). Can't say for WiFi yet as I'm at work, will have to wait until I get home.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] @NUJ:
Wat 2g problem
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
turn on your data on 2g and test...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Summer Son:
German (DE) FTF for 6.2.B.1.96:

http://depositfiles.com/files/98sisq8lp

(please move to appropriate thread, if needed)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dieselman6969:
can update by the Portuguese?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] xboyy:
Jellybean 6.2.B.1.91 is now available for XPERIA SL in indiaaaaa >:D

yeahh!

Updating Finally :D :D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Summer Son:
Don't have Portuguese, sorry...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ConorCX:
It's completely fine with me. O2-UK carrier. It's slow, but what do you expect it's 2G.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mehdi-18:
Which?

link?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
The entended standby mode..., how did you test it?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Wing00w0:
C'mon extended standby? Get a wall charger, car charger and external battery and done I had never use it and my XS stands for day and a half and with a lot of use 18hours bit for that time I'm back at home
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lee480:
It is extremely unusual you're the only one with major problems and bugs in the update here demanding us to provide you with a Portugal FTF. Pure annoying.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
Clear everything and do it again... It is way better than previous releases of jb... I haven't encountered any problem yet...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dark_skeleton:
Extended battery mode works propely, I don't know what some of you guys are talking about. If you've installed some freaky apps that keep waking up the phone, then it's no surprise that EBM can't work. If I leave my phone alone for some time (a few minutes), wifi gets disconnected and I stop getting any notifications from facebook etc until I wake the phone manually.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hmzuleta:
XPERIA SL LT26ii WORLD GENERIC .FTF

I'm uploading the part files for the XPERIA SL LT26ii WORLD GENERIC .FTF

http://www.mediafire.com/folder/5792i9hnbeusa/6.2.B.1.96

Be patient, my upload speeds aren't as good as my university's (the one in my signature, lol).

It's all uploaded now.

PLEASE READ THE README FILE. It's the first .ftf I build, so expect anything. I followed the instructions in this thread thoroughly, however.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ifrxda:
Totally agree, since .96 with EBM (coming directly from ICS, due to 2G bug in .200/.211) my battery is far better. Getting ~50% end of day instead of ~30% with the same usage as before the update. For me :good:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] teddy0209:
Glad someone aggreed with me that it's working well...