yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] benziii:
I used a Crystalusion wipe on the Z and got great results.

I am now expecting a bottle of this:

http://liquidglassshield.com/products/#lgsmultimedia

"Multimedia spray application pack"

Will see how this works and post results as soon as my phone arrives:)
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krazeyivan:
I have Dynaflow's Liquid Armor on my Z1 at the moment - I did not remove the shatterproof film and it seems to have worked a treat.

Still thats not stopping me ordering some Liquid Sapphire too :)
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krispijn_s:
Good to hear! No problems with the proximity sensor?
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krazeyivan:
153405328596

Not that I have come across - proximity sensor works fine when I take calls and the phone is around my face.

I did the full 24 hour dry before I touched it again - front and back coated.

Interesting thing to see will be when I get some of this liquid sapphire, if it plays well with the liquid armor coating which will be only about half a month old by then I imagine.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] daleski75:
That's the bit I am interested in and also my plan is to use standard screen protectors in the meantime, refuse/cancel the order from amazon for the dynaflow and wait for the sapphire to arrive and use that instead.

Guess there is no harm in mixing and matching as you are just adding another layer of protection.

*Edit* My point above... knowing me I will end up using the dynaflow anyway but will try and resist the temptation!
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] daleski75:
Got the screen protectors and the dynaflow this morning so left the dynaflow alone....

Put on the screen protector very slowly and got it on perfect not wonky or anything and after noticed one spec of dust right in the middle of the screen arghhh ripped it off and threw it in the bin.

Opened the dynaflow package and put it on right away and now need to wait 24 hours before I can buff out the screen so will leave my phone turned off until tomorrow which is going to be very difficult.

Thankfully I can use my trust Nexus 7 to get me through these hard times lol

Still going to keep the liquid sapphire when that comes and will apply that to give it some extra strength.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] daleski75:
Dynaflow is now on and you really cannot tell it's even on (have I brought into some snake oil !! ) left the phone off for 24 hours and then turned it back on and gently buffed the screen and back afterwards.

Early days yet and will not be doing any kind of torture tests on my phone so if its still got a pristine screen after 6 months with normal use (even though I am incredibly careful with phones) I will be more likely start to believe this product works specially if I have any mishaps.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krispijn_s:
+1 for doing an interesting experiment! :good: I've settled on a cheapy cheapy screen protector just to get me through until the sapphire's here.

But you do get -1 for self-control! :laugh:
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] daleski75:
LOL well it was sitting there on my desk crying out to be used and after I spent 10 minutes fiddling around with a screen protector to get it on perfectly before seeing one spec of dust in the middle was the breaking point for me!
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] homer285:
This looks really promising I want to try it for sure, there is this to take into consideration imo.

Disclaimer:

Storage: Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Storage in closed vessels, containers or drums. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Storage at temperature under 30°C and avoid the solar heating. Avoid: storage at temperature more 30°C (it is possible small gas emission at this condition and liquid may unexpected be spilled)

Precautions in working area : Wash hands before drinking, eating. Do Not Smoke when apply the liquid. Sufficient ventilation. Hand protection: If necessary use the chemical gloves

Contaminants : Avoid: contact with oxidisers, salt solutions, alcohols and noble metals salts as these materials may be as catalysts for oligomer polymerization with release the hydrogen gas.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] jagdesh:
the starter campaign was closed on 2nd Oct ... how do i order this ??
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] gregbradley:
Removing the factory fitted screen protector does not void Warrenty.

I removed mine on my Xperia T, then several months later the screen cracked after it dropped several metres and I got a replacement free of charge with no question asked about the lack of screen protector
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] jagdesh:
Does anyone know where can i get this screen protection "Liquid Sapphire"... the kick starter has ended...
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krispijn_s:
Check out their website:

http://www.nanostate.co/scratch-proof-screen/

They have a buy link near the bottom of the page.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] jos_031:
finally arrived
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krazeyivan:
I've just applied my liquid Sapphire now - in 24 hours I'll put the flash flood on it too
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] b0gd4n:
keep us posted!
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krazeyivan:
Its awesome - I've done both front and back - then as I said I've put the flash flood on too.

The liquid Sapphire seems to have improved the display to my eye, it looks cleaner and sharper. Its been in my pocket with no case and with car keys and no scratches found. (I do have the QX10 holding case for pics but I now only attached this when I need to take photos)

The flash flood is great too - I know this phone is waterproof anyway but i wanted to make it very resistant and I've put one coat on it and its funny to watch the water streak away!

I am going to put another coat on it tonight as I did not use too much first time around.

highly recommended
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] b0gd4n:
I applied about 5-6 coats of liquid saphire on my s4.

Dunno yet if it actually works or not, but the screen seems to have a coat on it.

Did not think to apply the thing to the whole phone, as I already have a case and am more afraid of drops more than scratches.

I will prob apply some more coats on the display tonight and then tomorrow apply a couple of flash flood coats.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] Vanarian:
Very interesting thread, thank you! Do you think it can waterproof other phones too? Does it affects the jack output? Or is it still clean?
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] shteren:
yeah i have my doubts about the contacts, in thier video they said to put the flash flood on the battery contacts, so i guess the flash flood suppose to be conducting? did you put in on the magnetic charging contacts of the z1? is it still working?
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krazeyivan:
I have had no issue with the battery contacts at all - still works fine with my magnetic cable and official dock.

Obviously I let the flash flood completely dry before doing anything (full 12 hours) and no water on it for 24 hours.

To get the headphone jack I used a small cotton bud soaked in flash flood fluid. Again everything works fine.

They demo'd a fully treated Samsung Galaxy S4 in their video - still worked after water poured on it - so non water proof phones can take a spill and still work.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] rich345:
did you do the flash flood the same way as the liquid sapphire?

is there anyway to tell if its worked? not sure if took to much off while putting on before leaving it for 10 Min ? i could still see it was there just like the smeer of it
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] jmquez:
Its been a while, any updates on this? How did it hold on? scratches? Viewing angles?
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] Vanarian:
Same interrogation here, I did contact them few weeks ago but wasn't contacted back.

I did send a new mail to Nanostate UK Plant, will give you feedback if they contact me. Has anybody encountered a problem to get contact too?

EDIT : The mail doesn't even work! :( What thehell, I might just look for a regular 9H screen cover.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krispijn_s:
UPDATED 18.02.2014

I'm the Stupid people who wear those t-shirts are with.

I was under the impression that the back was glass without the anti-shatter layer. Therefor my reason has been invalid and I shall retry the product after I've removed the silly plastic bits Sony put on.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] rich345:
Iv had mine with liquid sapphire for 3 or 4 weeks now mines still scratch free and its been in pocket with keys a few times
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] Vanarian:
You're lucky, I gave up on this product since Nanostate never cared to answer my mails.

As for the price I just ordered a Crystal Armor Front and back, 9H + and crisp protector. I dont give a damn about it being supposed to give me a more crisp screen, it is not magic is it?

Our phones already have gorgeous screens and Def. I only want my protections not to alter this quality at all.

Crystal Armor plus a metal bumper (the good one not the Love Me!) is a win win to protect our phones. And waterproof is already perfect, holy mother of Jesus I had mine bathing in Coca-Cola for 30 minutes! Washed it under a shower! Still kicking like the first start! Why would we Flash flood it?
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] jmquez:
Did you remove the anti-shatter? the product only works if you remove it..

I just applied it to mine, will post results (but the viewing angles are similar without the shatterproof, images do seem crispier though)
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] rich345:
Did you ever get your stuff ? i waited on mine for ages but it came eventually, still holding up strong gonna try the flash flood on some headphones later for when i am cycling :)
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] Vanarian:
Happy to hear that Liquid Sapphire works for you :) unfortunately I could not get in contact with Nanostate so no I didn't order anything from them.

But I successfully received my bumper and my Crystal Armor! I love how the bumper makes people ask me "What is this phone? " haha. They might think of it as a big iPhone until they see the Sony logo. To me it looks like the last Sony High end digital audio player, same flat silver and black métal design.

I haven't installed yet my Crystal Armor so I can't give you feedback about its durability.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] nb31b:
Of course it didn't work if you applied it to the anti shatter film. That doesn't mean the product is a hoax. Rip that useless plastic crap off and test it on the actual glass.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krispijn_s:
Then at the very least Nano State has not been very truthful in answering the questions on their kickstarter page as they stated you could indeed apply it straight on the ASL. Not that it matters in my case as I've also applied it to the back (also 5 layers) which is just plain glass and therefor should work without a doubt.

The back still scratches, so I'm maintaining my position on the product.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] nb31b:
Did you remove the ASF from the back?
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] Don_Perrignon:
The back has an ASF.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] LaosPerson:
lol, the responses of did you remove the asf on back? Since it doesn't work on plastic that's why it could be scratching
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] krispijn_s:
Words can not describe how stupid I feel right now. I was under the impression that only the front has ASF. I'll modify my post accordingly and give the product another try after removing the plastic. :eek:
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] LaosPerson:
Don't worry we just appreciate you experimenting on your phone :)
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] johnphamiliar:
anyone know where i can order this product? their website doesnt seem to work
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] aryayush:
Isn’t it pretty obvious that this is snake oil? There is absolutely no way that this company has such a revolutionary product on its hands and it is flying below the radar. If it was this cheap and easy to make your screen 100% scratch-proof, wouldn’t this company be supplying its products to Apple, Samsung and Sony to preinstall on their devices before they leave the factory and raking in billions of dollars? If it was a genuine product that worked such a miracle, wouldn’t it be reviewed by every tech blog in existence and be much more popular?

It’s a hoax. Don’t fall for it. If it sounds too good to be true, be very careful, because it usually is.
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] AndreiYakim:
I think Aryayush has the point. Seems too good to be true!
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] smithmyth:
how much?
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] squall0833:
our phone screen is already scratch proof, especially gorilla glass,

I bet if you put some sand or use sandpaper to wipe it, pretty sure it stratches the screen immediately
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] zhuoyang:
it is NOT gorilla glass , and also scratch proof doesn't apply to the ASF
[Xperia Z1 Accessories] zkyevolved:
***Scratch RESISTANT.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] choasty:
Hi everyone,

I just got my new C6833 to which I upgdraded from my Galaxy Note. I have a small number of apps (incl. app data) that I want to move from my old phone to the new one. I have root on my Note, but not too keen to root my Z Ultra yet (dodgy chinese software??) so Titanium backup is out of the question. I have been reading up about Helium for backing up and restoring apps and data which doesn't need root, but apparently there are problems with the Xperia Z.... has anyone used Helium with the Z Ultra?? Does it work or have the same problems as the Z?

Regards

F.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] jewelkobayashi:
I used Helium to transfer all app data from my HTC to Z Ultra (before I got root)

It works fine.

Also, nowadays, with one-click root, really, there is nothing to worry about.

There is nothing dodgy about Vroot as far as most people here on XDA can tell.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] choasty:
Thanks for the reply.

One click root not working for Z Ultra yet is it? I don't want to mess up any of the TA partition either etc... so will wait for a simple proven root method and then backup TA partition. Guess it might take some time though.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] velvetmxo:
One click root doesn't affect your boot loader, which is where your TA back up comes in. Mine is still locked
[General Questions and Answers] souvasaurus:
hi sorry for noob question in advance!

i rooted my phone a while ago, and i think i remember unlocking bootloader but im not sure. i DO have TWRP recovery, does that mean that i had to unlock my bootloader to get it; thus it is unlocked?

thanks!
[General Questions and Answers] Trozzul:
well to get root/custom recovery you either had to have made it s-off or you unlocked your bootloader. whats the problem? are you not able to get into hboot to check?
[General Questions and Answers] sonyachin:
bootloader

If you let me know your phone make and model i will be happy to show you how to check boot loader status.
[Moto X Q&A] aznxcp4lyfez:
Is there a way to turn on a beep or some sort of notification to confirm that the moto x actually heard you?

Like when you say "okay google now" (BEEP) then command?
[Moto X Q&A] Xaroc8:
No option that i'm aware of.

Being this is an app on the Google Play Store, you might have better luck submitting feedback asking for this feature in the meantime.
[Moto X Q&A] sravanz:
even i am looking for this. I just posted in the app page in playstore
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cslingerland:
So here's a doozie... Is there a way to change the quick window app to google music instead of the built in LG one? My guess is almost 100% no but i thought id ask before dismissing my thought for the night.
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sgtmedeiros:
I wish. Been thinking the same thing myself
[XDA-University] majdinj:
Actions Explanation

★ Tutorial Legends ★​

In this post, I will try to explain the use of each binary used in the tutorial, so you can make sense of each action taken.

Cheers
[XDA-University] insink71:
another way to get common names

on way #2, I've often used:

cat /proc/emmc

on a few devices to reveal similar info.

Rob
[XDA-University] hasan4791:
can i able to mount boot.img in android itself...actually i wanted to extract boot.img frm mobile without any tools or without the help of PC...if there be any possibilities..??
[XDA-University] majdinj:
if you mean extract to modify boot.img, then I don't think there is away to do that from device itself in the moment..

if you mean dumping boot.img then yes you can, just install terminal emulator from Google play and you can run adb shell commands directly from the device
[XDA-University] Ricky Divjakovski:
Great guide :D hopefully makes it easier for us to get dumps! if you add logcats etc, i find they have trouble executing "adb logcat >> log.txt" -.-

also you should teach them the easy tar method, so while booted "tar -c /system/* >> /sdcard/system.tar" or via adb shell
[XDA-University] majdinj:
Yup that is possible and easy to extract but it is only for partitions that is shown in android os,,, you can't use it for boot.img, sbl.bin, modem.bin...etc right ;)
[XDA-University] Ricky Divjakovski:
ofcoarse, i actually had a project going where it detects all partitions(modems, boot.img, system etc..) that archives itself into a .zip

it was going well until i did something in the script, now it only works on the s3 :p it shall be continued one day!
[XDA-University] slicingtaco:
Such great tutorial, this is definitely going to come in handy for me. I have a question, how can you dump (extract) a bootloader? Can i use the same method as dumping the ROM?
[XDA-University] mitchst2:
Could you explain how to extract stock recovery image please?
[XDA-University] Lgrootnoob:
Where did the parted binary come from?
[XDA-University] silentscreamer:
For Gods Sake :confused:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1588461
[GUIDE] Unpack/repack ext4 Android system images

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php... Creator (deployable over all kernel sources)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php...ipt]Backup all paritions on i9505 to odin rom

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php...al 4.3 TW Custom Rom/ The ORIGINAL WIFI TRICK

... use Forum Search Engine first, then start asking all your 'important' questions ;)

¤ GT-I9505 - powered by KitKat ;) ¤
[XDA-University] mrfrank:
Thx for this. On my HTC One there is no "by-name" folder. It only has "by-num". cat /proc/emmc works fine though.

Cheers.
[XDA-University] warwolfx0:
I also wrote a guide, It just using the "by-name"

and needs root

[HOWTO] dump your rom

dd if=/dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/by-name/system of=/storage/extSdCard/system.img
dd if=/dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/by-name/recovery of=/storage/extSdCard/recovery.img
dd if=/dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/by-name/param of=/storage/extSdCard/param.img
dd if=/dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/by-name/boot of=/storage/extSdCard/boot.img
[XDA-University] UlixesTNT:
Hi,

I tried this on my I-9505G. It is NOT rooted, so I thought I could enter the system through Clockworkmod Recovery.

I did it, but at first I didn't mount the DATA partition (later on I did through CWM Recovery); I still ran the command:

dd if=/dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/by-name/system of=/data/media/TEST/system.img

Thought I hadn't mounted anything, the media folder was still there, I only created the TEST folder.

After the image was created I typed the "ls" command and the system.img file was in /data/media/TEST/.

I then rebooted once again in CWM and ran the "adb shell" command once again, I entered /data/media/ e neither the img file nor the TEST folder I had created were there.

My question is: where have they gone?? Are they still occupying some of my space or they just got deleted automatically when I rebooted??

Please let me know as I'd like to free that extra unuseful 1.2 Gb system.img file.

Anyway, just as side information, I later on mounted the /data through CWM interface and was able to see the folders ("/data/media/0/") I can see by plugging the phone normally to the computer. I then dumped the image.

I have some other questions:

I can I mount the /data folder (or the external SD) via command?

What extention should I give to the other partitions? (All of them)

Why did you say that it's MANDATORY that the phone be rooted if it can be done this way?

Are the images I'm dumping flashable through fastboot?

Thank you all for your time!
[XDA-University] UlixesTNT:
Anybody? Please. :)
[XDA-University] warwolfx0:
•I can I mount the /data folder (or the external SD) via command?

I have not been able to find the SD card in clockwork on the I9505G, hence one of my rooting procedures send the root file vi "adb sideload".

I might be able to pull the data from the phone but the clockwork recovery is still not working 100% when fastbooting it.

•What extention should I give to the other partitions? (All of them)

.img are fine.

•Why did you say that it's MANDATORY that the phone be rooted if it can be done this way?

currently it is required that the phone be unlocked. Something need to be fixed in clockwork to make it work any other way.

•Are the images I'm dumping flashable through fastboot?

They should be, but I have not been able to flash anything on the I9505G vi fastboot because of the secure boot.

without a full official image this make my playing around a little concerning (slowing me down).

I will look into this at my leisure. I would love to be able to pull a rom off a phone with only unlocking it.

I will test some stuff using my old galaxy nexus.
[XDA-University] UlixesTNT:
I actually dumped everything WITHOUT being rooted. I only unlocked the bootloader... So it works.

Further, I tried to run "fastboot boot recovery.img" with recovery.img being the image file I dumped. The phone froze and I had to pull the battery... So I assume they're not flashable as well, though I'd like other feedbacks.

I've not clearly understood what "secure boot" means. Any guide or wiki?

Thanks!

---------- Post added at 06:56 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:55 PM ----------

I actually dumped everything WITHOUT being rooted. I only unlocked the bootloader... So it works.

Further, I tried to run "fastboot boot recovery.img" with recovery.img being the image file I dumped. The phone froze and I had to pull the battery... So I assume they're not flashable as well, though I'd like other feedbacks.

I've not clearly understood what "secure boot" means. Any guide or wiki?

Thanks!
[XDA-University] GrayedFox:
Hey, great guide! I need some help but. I can't retrieve the common names / labels of my devices partitions. It's a GT-i8150 and there is no 'by-name' sub directory. Furthermore, parted does not work on mmcblk0 for some reason (unable to satisfy partition restraints or something). I also have no emmc file in proc.

Does anyone know how some other methods for getting the names of the partitions?

EDIT:

Another question - using ADB shell, is it possible to dump a partition straight from the phone onto the computers hard drive? My little 2GB sd card isn't coping! Thanks
[XDA-University] p1000haha:
a very basic but good guide
[AT&T HTC One (M7)] Frenetik:
Yesterday I flashed from a stock 4.1.2 to CleanROM 6.0 (4.3). I did a complete wipe of data, dalvik, cache, and system. Flashed from sdcard and then formatted the sdcard.

Since then HTC Sync Manager no longer recognizes the phone so I couldn't get my music back over. I guess I could just copy or use DoubleTwist or something.. but it was working with stock ROM.

Also, since then my GPS has gone to sh*t. Either not locating correctly or, when moving, freezing for approx. 30 to 60 seconds before moving towards the location. I did some searches and tried some things like wiping app data and cache, etc. but to no avail.

Has anyone else experienced either of these issues with CleanROM 6.0?

Thanks.
[AT&T HTC One (M7)] gmfeny:
No... And it might be a good idea to just ask in the thread for that rom
[AT&T HTC One (M7)] Frenetik:
Since you seem so sure of where this should have been posted, maybe you could enlightened me as to which thread you are speaking of.

This one?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2253527

Because I tried posting there and received:

New members (those with fewer than 10 posts) are not permitted to post to development-related forums.

That is why I posted here.