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[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RotteRotte:
Hi, guys. Hope you're OK :p

I am not trying to troll or be an asshole, but instead try to point to some of the "flaws" or elements with the phone I'm a little disappointed with. I have been a big fan of the Samsung Galaxy phones and I've had them all (actually I still have the S4) and now that I have the Z1 I can point on the flaws easier, because in my opinion the software on the S4 (Touchwiz) are much better. I can mention the built-in widgets, the home screen "editor" (I can't even restock the windows with Z1), the alarm clock has less features, calendar is not as intuitive, SMS settings are very bad and really illogical and buggy and so on.

However, I love the Z1 design, gallery, the screen, happy with the sound and camera, but I just don't know what to do. Do you think these problems and settings will be fixed in future updates? I think it's rather scary that I get a Samsung S1 and S2 feelings from some of the settings I have on the Z1. This isn't good. Didn't Sony even try Samsung phones?

An example is the SMS settings mentioned above. When I receive a message I don't want the message to visible on the status bar, but I really want to get notified in the status bar that a message has been received, but don't want to read the actual message. I can't see any settings for this at all. Touchwiz had these exact same settings in S1 and early S2. When, at the Z1, I'm trying to disable the status bar notifications, it automatically also grays out (disabling) the ability to have shake notification and even sound notification. What the hell is this?!

I got the Z1 today and noticed 3-4 or more of these "bugs". Anyone else noticed the same?

So to my questions:

Should I deliver the device back and take a chance that Sony will fix this? Or should I expect Sony to already have implemented this if they were smart enough from the beginning?

I see people are mentioning firmware updates already. I don't have these (UK version, living in Norway)

Will this device be rooted flawlessly in the future without camera brick?

How is Sony's history regarding updates on their devices?

Thanks :) Hopefully someone can answer or typing their thoughts on this dilema and what I (or someone else) should do.

Have a nice evening.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RotteRotte:
More stuff I miss

I will update this post in the future if feel it's necessary to write more "missing" features in the Z1.

Live wallpapers?

Hide applications?

Move the app button in the middle of the bottom menu and even insert more apps here than 4 only

Shortcut to new messages etc via the lock screen

LED notification blink rate (WAY TO long wait)
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasona:
•Should I deliver the device back and take a chance that Sony will fix this? Or should I expect Sony to already have implemented this if they were smart enough from the beginning?

Generally speaking Sony always are a bit behind(1-3months) on several features that you expect, it's normal for Sony and that won't change.

•I see people are mentioning firmware updates already. I don't have these (UK version, living in Norway)

Once again when it comes to firmware updates they usually release them piece by piece in different regions which can take weeks for some regions while for some it usually takes hours after they announce them

•Will this device be rooted flawlessly in the future without camera brick?

Seeing as Sony has established a good connection with developers I have confidence in Sony that as soo nas they sort everything out then they will be ready to open up everything without bricking the camera or other things

•How is Sony's history regarding updates on their devices?

Back in the X10 days it was pretty bad but if you ask me right now I would say that they are one of the better ones. They were first to commit to updating to Kitkat so thats a positive sign for the future seeing as the phone is a week old.. Lately Sony phones has 18months update spans which is pretty decent

Extra: Live wallpapers is available just longpress on a empty space in the homescreen and choose Wallpaper > Live wallpaper

Hide applications: You can put tapplications in a folder and then put away from the others.

More apps in the menu is possible only with a folder.

LED: can be controlled by any app from the Play store(Ex. Light flow )

Messages in lockscreen: No idea
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] B1nny:
I think you need to keep in mind that Sony delivers a very stock and basic feature set. While Samsung is LOADED with features and whatnot, Sony keeps it very clean.

Look at sony like this: and at Samsung like this:

because that's what basically going on. Based on that fact, I don't think Sony will change their vision in that respect. Sony will keep their phones from being loaded with often useless features while Samsung keeps 'innovating' (IMO) and adding features. So if you expect Sony to add tons and tons of software features, you may be better off selling your Z1 and getting a note 3, or of course keep your S4 since it's still a great device it seems.

On the bug-related side, I think it's pretty safe to say that Sony will solve these issues. Since the release of the Z1 we've already had 4 updates, these, at least as far as most of us can see, didn't add/fix a whole lot, but they are updates and that's important. It means Sony most likely has a good team of developers working on the Z1 and trying to improve it. (note: it looks like it, nothing is guaranteed) Please also keep in mind this is a very new device and we still have a long time to go, you should give them some time I think.

Now to (try to) answer your questions:

This is your own decision, I think you should wait a bit to see if Sony indeed fixes some of the bugs you mentioned.

This is depended on the region you are in. You can always get the latest software here on XDA and flash it using flashtool.

Yes.

I didn't own any Sony devices before to be honest. From what I've read though Sony wasn't good at all in the beginning. Bringing out a device with Android 1.5 I believe it was while 'we' were already on 2.1 or 2.2. When Sony came to the market with their new developer friendly mindset though it became all a lot better. AOSP is now officially supported by Sony for a couple of devices. They offered a totally different OS for one phone. (Firefox OS, for a low-end phone though) They really seem to be getting their stuff together and I expect to see Sony continue these actions.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mas5acre:
I think I look at phones differently than you. I don't like leaving a computer with only the software it came with on it. That's what these phones are now a days, mobile computers. The last thing on my mind when I choose a phone is the applications it runs. I always buy android phones do to their customizable nature. I don't like a phone to tell me what apps I should be using. Anything you don't have or anything you could want can generally be found in an app store or custom rom. Have you ever installed an app on your computer? I doubt very few people leave their desktop computers stock without installing itunes or something.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jos_031:
To me even apps provided by sony is too much i reduce the apps.. my previous one since i updated to Z1 can only used as phone i.e calls and messaging.. i may need certain tasks not found stock... some specialised app... which i install additionally... my friend tells the phone is not lively...i keep white wallpaper... one homescreen etc... not an issue. I love the Z1 design, gallery, the screen, camera and performance.. only negative i felt is crappy sound...thats it... so it is personal if a person like a phone... i think you can disable notification in messaging and install handcent to achieve your goal.. if you root you can remove native messaging app too..
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Morlock O:
Open Source Developer support has always been good to me... on my Xperia S alone, I have a choice of 10-15 different ROMs! 5-10 of which are still being actively developed! I get almost weekly updates from these amazing developers... don't even get me started on Xperia Z...

I love having this support because I prefer to keep my phone as bloatfree as possible... as close to stock android as possible but still have the Sony UI latest features (like right now I have Xperia S but with Z1 looking UI and Z1 features)...

If I want live wallpapers, I'll go to playstore download a few... If I want a different UI, I can go and download APEX or NOVA Launchers...

I had a few samsungs and LGs before but I love the Sony UI a lot more because of its simplicity... and they way they hide functions (like small apps, access by long pressing home button) to keep the UI clean... for me this is a case of less is more...

LGs and Samsungs just has too much functions that I rarely use, loaded in your UI (like they would put everything in the pull down notifications, or put everything in settings etc.) its just very messy... True that Sony UI may take some time to adjust, but once you do, you will never want to go back to LG Samsung bloated UI...

Just my 2 cents
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RotteRotte:
Thanks for all the answers people. To me honest I were expecting flame wars and getting attacked by irrational fan boys. Nice to see we can keep the discussion at a grown up and realistic manner. Don't see that often on forums nowadays.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RotteRotte:
Thanks for this tip. Very happy :)
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daleski75:
At the end of the day it's your personal preference and I agree with others here Sony provides a clutter free clean UI which is very much like a stock Nexus UI with little features added and the best thing about android is you can download apps and customize the hell out of it to get it to where you want.

P.S This thread strictly speaking belongs in the Q&A section ;)
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RotteRotte:
Moderator: feel free to move thread :)

I have desided to keep my Z1 and see what happens. Based on the replies from you guys and some heavy thinking I think Sony deserves a chance on fixing the minor bugs. The rest of the stuff I can live with and even download as apps. Now I should just sit tight and wait for updates and hope for the best.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] B1nny:
Nah you don't really have to. The difference between the questions you asked and the question(s) other people ask is that you don't go in full 'attack-mode' so to speak. You have arguments for why you think a certain thing and it just opens up for a good discussion where people will give well argumented replies.

TL;DR you don't come across as a spoiled cretin.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasona:
I am almost 100% sure that you will see some Vanilla android and other custom roms like CM at least by christmas time or a little bit into 2014, check out the Xperia S forum and you will understand what I mean because it is full of improvements, custom roms and mods

Downloading extra wallpapers is pretty easy on the Play store, I personally don't really like them - they kinda distract me from the UX
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Morlock O:
Yup I agree!

I can't just come into a product related forum and say "suck this" "suck that" this product should be this and that and expect everyone to be nice... its a flame thread waiting to happen... this is not a customer service forum lol

The OP was very respectful and asked legitimate questions, so he got respectful and legitimate answers :good:
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troed:
Just my 2 cents:

I used Galaxies since SGS II and loved them.

When I got my ZU one week ago and my Z1 two days ago I had a hard time to "learn" a new UI and missed some Galaxy features.

But as it is with everything new I got acquainted with Sony UI VERY fast and now I LOVE the easy and fast handling. Sony UI fits more to my needs than Sammy's ever did...
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rekoil:
Regarding roms, we're already seeing the early stages of CyanogenMod (and that also means AOSP-support) for the Z1, mere weeks (week?) after its release. This speaks volumes I think, and I am not surprised, Sony (as opposed to Samsung in this case) have won the hearts of developers across the globe by being very open and supportive regarding 3rd-party development on their devices. Source code and binary blobs for the Z1 were released a week

prior

to the availability of the device.

In fact, there were actually people who ported TouchWiz to the predecessor Xperia Z, and I fully expect the same to happen with the Xperia Z1, in case you really can't let the Samsung UI go.

Bottom line, pick the hardware you like best, the community (or the manufacturer, but more often the community) will solve your software issues 9 times out of 10 in my experience. Obviously this only applies to devices where the first party developers are open with the source code, and Sony most certainly are. So select the hardware you like best from the subset of devices where proper source code is available.

Personally I love that Sonys UI is so close to AOSP, yet still gives off a more refined experience, without really losing anything.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RotteRotte:
Thanks troed and Rekoil for your 2 cents. Really helped a lot. I have desided to keep my wonderful Z1 as I have, as you also mentioned, given it a chance and I love the simplicity of the phone and how fast is it. It was diffiult first, but now I can't imagine me going back to Galaxy. Your posts made me even more secure of my desision :) Mostly because I can expect some nice roms with root in the future.

I can say I miss root since I want Droidwall app so that I can close WLAN or 3G connection for chosen apps.
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gregbradley:
?

Just root it, its different to unlocking,
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RotteRotte:
Really? :) Didn't know that. I'll look into it. Thanks.

Edit:

http://wccftech.com/how-to-root-sony-xperia-z1-with-one-click-root-tool/

Anyone did this? Is it safe?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] PRAKASHPANDEY193:
Hey can anyone post the xperia z or zu themed framework for xperia neo v 2.3.7..

I m on custom rom ginger2 ellybean

Sent from my neo v using gin2jellybean 2.4
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Aciong.Aksaya:
If I were you I'm not gonna do that because most of UI/.png modifications in a ROM is in framework-res.apk and semcgenericuxpres.apk if you replaced those you will lose those mods. You're ROM UI might be messed up.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] PRAKASHPANDEY193:
I know bt i already themed all icon like xperia ics nd lots of mod with xperia ics now my phone look pretty much like xperia so I need xperia framework for perfact match.

Sent from my neo v using gin2jellybean 2.4
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] PRAKASHPANDEY193:
Here is my screenshot. I was themed framework apk with myself nd now it look pretty cool with my rom.

Sent from my neo v using gin2jellybean 2.4
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Aciong.Aksaya:
You're doing great. good job but what is left to be modded to look like XZ fwork?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] PRAKASHPANDEY193:
I think nothing. .. Everything looks good actully I modified this all after posted this request so thanks for the help

Thanks for all

Sent from my neo v using gin2jellybean 2.4
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Aciong.Aksaya:
Then why you asked for it since you already have it? Silly me but it's like you answer your own question. :silly::p

Have a nice day!
[Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nexuses:
well, I don't know how to get started :banghead:

okay.. I just saw the Nook HD on the sale to 145$ (living in Ukraine).

I like the price very much, but I don't need it actually :what:

but I just keep thinking.. may i buy it for trying apps & mods..etc. before installing them on my Nexus 4.

so tell me, what do you think?

I think I'm gonna geek :D
[Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] acam333:
It is a great tablet. I bought one and I love it. It has official cyanogenmod support also so you can always get the newest android version.

Sent from a long time ago, in a galaxy far far away.......

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And the screen is amazing!!

Sent from a long time ago, in a galaxy far far away.......
[Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nexuses:
exactly! this is most important points pushing me to buy it.. CM supporting, the screen resolution.. and the price of course :)
[Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Tantomare:
I bought Nook in same situation to try tablets at all.

You should know it works much slower than nexus 4 and chrome doesnt works well. Sometimes lags enrage me :)

But for 150$ its perfect device to explore something new.

Отправленно от моего BN NookHD+ с помощью Tapatalk 4
[Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nexuses:
спасибо большое )) наверно я не буду ему купить если так.. как ты заказал..
[Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] HiddenG:
If you install CyanogenMod on the Nook, it's perfect. Of course, the dual core isn't as responsive as today's quad-cores; nor are the graphics outstanding. For the price you pay for, you're getting a serious bang for your buck. By all means, the tablet is NOT slow or will you notice any problems when using it.

It runs perfect with CyanogenMod. Remember to install CM10.1 Release Candidate (RC), as there is a major issue with CM10.2 right now.

If you're buying it just to play around/test with, no worries. Although I think it can do more than just that. Of course, that's still not a problem. Go ahead, it's a great way to start developing into Android. ;)
[Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nexuses:
thanks buddy.. your words it's what i need :thumbup::D
[General Topics] Billy Madison:
Look, based on revelations found on utube the viewing angles of LG G2 display are disappointing to say least. So, considering Nexus 5 be based on G2 shouldn't we start worry about potential issue with horrible color reproduction and lack of user's satisfaction?

Probably Google should install similar to ASUS Nexus 7 display into Nexus 5? How do you think?

[YOUTUBE]lzl5ilBhDPw[/YOUTUBE]
[General Topics] Barff1984:
looks great, can't wait.
[General Topics] joshm.1219:
so excited awesome screen right?

Sent from my SCH-I605 using Xparent Skyblue Tapatalk 2
[General Topics] Billy Madison:
Another revelation

[YOUTUBE]YoeDcthjv84[/YOUTUBE]
[General Topics] FredUpdate:
Just wait and see there is nothing to do and to say until the release.
[General Topics] diestarbucks:
That is absolutely correct. Thread closed.
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro Software Upgrading] craigiecraigie4:
Can someone please tell me what one can do to the ROM of a JJ, and how.

I expected to unlock, change file attributes, then move cab files across to SD and delete them from ROM to free up "Storage memory". Instead I unlocked (not sure what it actually did), changed attributes, then could delete but NOT copy cab files. Why can I not copy a cab file to my SD? I can confirm that deleting skype and backgammon cabs does free up storage memory. Perhaps I should just download a more recent skype install file from their website and then delete it? Guidance would be much appreciated...
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sbk_hbk:
Hello All,

I would like to know if its possible to change the email address initially mentioned when the mobile was initially purchased without rooting the phone or breaking the warranty.

Please help me to fix this issue.

Thanks in Advance.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abaaaabbbb63:
Add a new google account, then remove the old one.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sbk_hbk:
where should i do this ?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RootTheMachine:
Settings>Scroll Down to "add account"> add your account > Once done, click on the old account from the settings menu> hit the (3-dot) menu button and press remove account. Wiping data would also do the trick if you were willing to go that route.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sbk_hbk:
But will this remove the initial id which i had given while logging in into nexus 4 ??
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Demonic240:
As far as I'm aware. The "initial id" is not stored anywhere. There's only the Google Account that is currently synced.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RootTheMachine:
Yeah, I don't see why it should be any different than a regular Google account.
[Xperia Z Android Development] DesertHawk:
Amateur "dev". Needs more work :P Jk brother.

Excellent written guide. Very clear and concise unlike some I have seen. Will give it ago and will report back. All seems well. Report back.

Edit - Works great. My S4 I9500 is running latest Xperia firmware. Thanks man.

In all seriousness this is actually written well
[Xperia Z Android Development] Mahesh198:
So I'm running on 244 so if I follow this guide. Will I lose all my data?

From The Ultimate Xperia Z :D
[Xperia Z Android Development] SuperHanss:
Backup your data first then restore it after you've flashed the rom
[Xperia Z Android Development] Mahesh198:
Okiee thanks :)

From The Ultimate Xperia Z :D
[Xperia Z Android Development] GuestK00328:
Don't want to annoy you, but could you add another download link?

Mega-Upload is really slow for me.

Thanks.
[Xperia Z Android Development] Ry Chy®:
+1

It took more than one and a half hour to download it this night

And I have to say this one is GREAT :D . No problems so far, everything is working for me. NICE WORK !!!
[Xperia Z Android Development] GuestK00328:
The estimated download time for mine is 6 hours!

Which is bizarre as my ROMs usually download within 4 minutes.

uploaded.to is really slow for me too.
[Xperia Z Android Development] SuperHanss:
I would upload it to a different server but my upload is speed is really slow, i'm talking 40kb/s :(

If you guys have good upload speeds could either one of you kindly upload it to Google Drive for me?
[Xperia Z Android Development] GuestK00328:
Mine is usually fast (like 40Mbps), but I can't download it in order to upload it.

By the way, good work, I know you didn't throw in mods, or make your own, but that's what I like, completely stock, but de-odexed so we can choose what stuff to add ourselves.

Kinda-ish like my ROM, before I discontinued it (My laptop broke, and I didn't have anything else).
[Xperia Z Android Development] SuperHanss:
Ok no worries dude and thanks btw :)
[Xperia Z Android Development] dantistruct:
Is the ftf only for c6603 or is it also fo c6602 also?
[Xperia Z Android Development] ArchEnemy':
Flas C6602 Kernel from Nut's Thread
[Xperia Z Android Development] runbadgerrun:
I used this solution on my C6606 and it worked great.

One question though...I do not have the developer options under settings. So can not enable USB debugging.

Anyone else have this issue as well?
[Xperia Z Android Development] mohdsubaie:
Go to about phone under settings and click on build number several times and the developer option will be enabled
[Xperia Z Android Development] SuperHanss:
Added a Google Drive link for anyone that's having trouble with MEGA :)
[Xperia Z Android Development] SuperHanss:
Does anyone want any separate flashable mods/add-ons?
[Xperia Z Android Development] ArchEnemy':
Mod

Hre is what i Did based on Your Rom :

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2436420
[Xperia Z Android Development] GuestK00328:
Could you make the recovery a separate flash? As some people like to use DooMKernel or other kernels, as opposed to this "built-in" recovery. Also, this uses TWRP; a lot of people don't like that.
[Xperia Z Android Development] timchew:
How about different options in the power menu? Reboot into recovery, screenshot?

Can't seem to get the advance power menu if xposed modules for this firmware.

Thanks!

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How about flashing NUT dual recovery after flashing the rom and get both recoveries?:cool: