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[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] alias3800:
Anddd this is why we don't like you right now, Lex:

Everything you're saying is relative. "Terrible" is a qualitative and comparative term, not scientific and factual. Is the camera not as good as other flagship and SLRs? Obviously. But this comparative. It's a "trolling" statement because you're making a comment that is not helpful and also, is likely to piss off everyone who has posted before you. This is obviously a passable camera for many of those who have bought the phone and have kept it.

That being said, this is also a comparative thread, relative to the XZU. If the camera, with the native launcher, shoots at a 6/10 - just a number out of a hat, don't shoot me lol - then the OP is really just helping us find an app that brings it up to a 7/10. It's that simple.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] 3mL:
Alright, but from what I've heard it is possible to use the volume buttons as shutter key?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hamdogg:
I know with Camera FV-5 you can make the volume key the "focus and shutter" .. not sure about the other apps. I'm sure you can
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] qazzi76:
Hi Hamdogg.

Can you list the filesize generated by the top 4 apps you listed.

Also can you specify whether you're using a stock or custom rom.

From experience the stock roms all produce jpg file sizes under 2mb while custom roms may produce files that ar larger.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
Yes I'm interested to see the file sizes as well.

I'm averaging 1.7meg from the stock camera and I just installed the lenovo camera app and they are averaging 2.2meg. The quality looks better on the lenovo app, I suspect because its no compressing the images as much.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hamdogg:
Yep will do guys.

Running a stock Sony ROM, deodexed.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hamdogg:
done
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] wlau7:
Sony Z Ultra with Camera FV-5

already set ISO manual

The ISO function is always automatic (not customized really)

see the photos detail

how to fix it?

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the iso settings no function, always use ISO Auto and cannot set manual

also already ask the fv-5 support but no any reply
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
I bought camera FV-5 based on this and yes I do prefer the output from it... For me its still only generating 1.9Meg Images though so I don't know if I'm missing something... Also is there an HDR setting somewhere or is it automatic?

However its worth noting that you can also capture lossless png images. You just need to change from jpeg to png in the settings... I can't really discern if the image quality is better as i'm just a casual snapper, but the file size of the png came out at 10Meg.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hamdogg:
Yeah I have not noticed any difference in quality between PNG and JPEG. In album the PNG files cause a bit of lag.

Taking HDR takes 3 images every 1 second apart. Then you can choose the best one. It basically has different exposure, and you can chose which one you want. I can't find how i got that feature on either. confusing.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
PNG will have less artifacts if your taking a snapshot of a page of book full of text etc, which I sometimes do. But for other images jpeg should be fine. If you come back across the HDR setting let us know :)

Thanks for the reviews anyway I'm pretty happy with FV-5
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] lost_:
Thanks. A pity it doesn't show up in Google Play search for "Camera" but yes, it is a good camera app. Very comparable in features to FV-5, but faster load time and free (with pay add-ons)

A Better Camera
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] marcovirus:
Best for me...

I don't know so much about photography but certainly Camera Zoom FX is better than Sony camera and the best I've tried. For example, the original camera in normal mode and HDR enabled I shoted a picture with the phone on a stand, so that would not move,then I shoted same picture with Camera Zoom Fx in Steady Shot mode.I have taken two photos without zoom and then with zoom to the maximum. Camara Zoom Fx photos are more clarity and quality and with zoom at maximum differences are very remarkable.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] zaynal:
No one using LENOVO camera?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] pfatty:
Had a quick play with 'A Better Camera'. File sizes are up to 4 - 4.5mb as opposed to 2mb on the other apps. Picture quality appears good and it does video as well. Only downside I see so far is it force closes occasionally

Will do some more playing around, but this might be the app to get.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shubham2796:
M using it

Sent from my C6902
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] cholepuree1:
Just FYI, "Camera Awesome" by SmugMug (very popular on iOS) was released today. Not sure how the quality compares.... it's $2.99.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] speculatrix:
Having unlocked my bootloader and lost the use of the Sony camera app, I tried "a better camera app"

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.almalence.opencam

And it seems very good, as its got a lot of features. It may be a bit over complex for people who just want a point-and-shoot.

Given the size of the XZU, it still surprises me that Sony didn't feel able to build in a couple of LED flashes!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
I agree. Here's hoping they continue the line and make positive iterations in camera quality next year. Other than the camera quality I have no complaints. Even my battery life is good, although a bigger battery is always welcome.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ronald_loulan:
I like the picture taken by Camera FV5...

Isit any way to switch on the phone and go into the camera by long pressing volume button?

On my previous XZ i can do it by flashing a camera mod so i can quickly turn on the phone n snap picture by long press volume down..
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hamdogg:
yeah there is a mod that does that. its based on the Z1, so should work on the Ultra.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ronald_loulan:
Wow,thanks for the reply...

Looking for it now... :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] 3mL:
Hey guys!

I'm currently using lgCamera which I find great both for the video and camera, but I'm having a hard time with the focus mode on video mode since I gotta re-select "Continuous Autofocus" every time I switch to the camcorder.

Anyone have any good tips on another good Camcorder application? Preferably with camera/video in one.

I'm going away for Thailand and since my XZU(Even with the mediocre camera) will be my only means of recording and taking photos I'd much rather have a application which I can easily take fast photos and video.

Thanks a bunch and happy Christmas!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
Now we've been given a little more goodness from sony it will be interesting to see how the 4.3 stock camera stacks up - lots more app support at least (as you can see, I installed it all lol)

All apps worked well, no fc's - will test shot quality when I get a chance :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ronald_loulan:
Good job.. :good:

Waiting for the review... :P
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] iBuzman:
Some pics here... http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=48764977
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] rockky:
As much as I've tried about every promising camera in the store, the compared results are negligible.

I use stock camera and Snapseed. Surpasses equals any 3rd party camera app.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
That has not been my experience after testing under normal low light room conditions. The stock camera pales in comparison to A Better Camera and ProCapture both of which offer a improved detail, cleaner low light images with less compression.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] rockky:
I just shot low light shots with ProCapture and Stock. Went back and forth 5 times. ProCapture does SEEM clearer. That it. Insignificant.

QUOTE=shaolin95;49071544]That has not been my experience after testing under normal low light room conditions. The stock camera pales in comparison to A Better Camera and ProCapture both of which offer a improved detail, cleaner low light images with less compression.[/QUOTE]
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] nageshwarsaini:
Software not up to the mark

We all know Sony's Image Processing Technology is really poor. The same sensors used by other smartphone companies are way ahead of Sony in this department because of their Image Processing (Hardware being the same). Used Micromax Canvas 4 of one of my friends, I was amazed by the quality of the snaps, immense details with whatsoever no noise.

I use Photoshop Express' Premium Noise Reduction Feature to remove noise from photos. It works quite well up to some extent.

Xperia Z3 will supposedly have the new Image Processing Algorithms implemented.

Lets see what on offer in its camera in terms of image quality.

Fingers crossed. :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rosystreasures:
Wondering if I make the jump via ODIN, will I still be able to use TouchWiz?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] UpInTheAir:
Don't really understand, sorry.

But only a guess what you really ask;

If you flash official firmware manually with Odin, TW will remain untouched and the default launcher, unless you instal an alternative launcher from Google Play and set it as default.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rosystreasures:
however, if I do flash an official firmware, will I loose my warranty?? (I am deciding between a brand new one and used one)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] UpInTheAir:
I'm no expert on regional warranty, but I see no reason why you should lose warranty. After all, the firmware is an official release....
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] obiesoft:
Hi all, i would like me MDAIII to be like a regular computer where you click on start and you have menu and and programs and all that stuff. i know there is an application for it, so if anyone can please post it or a link. Or if i can get it to look like the O2 screen, like the pic below. Thanks to all.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] vijay555:
No screenshot in your post.

Try this:

http://www.jgui.net/XPPC/index.html

I've never used it.

There's another one that uses flash. Can't remember what it's called. Tell us how it goes.

V
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] KTamas:
Try Wisbar Advance2 and Wisbar Advance Desktop: http://www.lakeridgesoftware.com
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] this_mike:
You might like to read this TekGuru review of eXPerience: http://www.tekguru.co.uk/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=4253 - it seems to be exactly what you're after!

HTH
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Makaveli_Trained:
Hello geniuses!

Before anyone asks, I have already tried the search function and was unable to get any pertinent results!!

I have a n9005 unbranded factory unlocked phone that I purchased through a retailer in Singapore. I absolutely love this phone it is such a beast!

However, I am having a problem with the handset. I am with telus up here in Canada and I am unable to connect to their LTE network. I called customer service to ensure that LTE is enabled on my plan and it is. I am getting HSPA+ speeds and I am able to make voice calls just fine, but I bought this phone thinking I would have LTE enabled on it.

Now from my understanding, the snapdragon 800 chipset has LTE bands that support numerous networks. However, since this is a phone from Singapore it may only have Singapore LTE bands enabled. Is there a way to change it so that it recognizes Canadian bands, more specifically Telus' LTE network?

I read that by flashing a new modem or csc I would be able to get LTE speeds, is this the case? If so, can some one guide me in the right direction on how to do this as I am a complete noob!

Thanks everyone!:fingers-crossed:
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ShadowLea:
Did I not just answer a similar thread about someone with the *exact* same issue with a handset from Hong Kong? :confused:

Singapore uses the 1800 and 2600 LTE bands, Telus only the 1700 band. You're using a phone that doesn't even see your LTE band...
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] @Class:
Yes - wrong phone for Canada. You need an N900W8 :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Makaveli_Trained:
Yes I understand that...

That's why I asked if it's possible to flash a different modem on the phone that will enable the 1700 band?:D
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Makaveli_Trained:
Can I flash a different firmware or modem to enable the LTE band?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Makaveli_Trained:
Anyone?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] force70:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=46139193
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Makaveli_Trained:
Thanks
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GRIZZLY3:
Does anyonr knows how to flash firmware or modem then I will be able to activate lte on my note 3

Thank you
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kapilranjan:
if u havea 4g enabled device such as note 3 model number n9005 then u can use 4g untill its frequency is not supported.... the supported frequencies are not software based.. the are hardware based andcannot be changed.... note 3 n9005 supports LTE 800 / 850 / 900 / 1800 / 2100 / 2600 and note3 n900w8 supports LTE 700 / 1900 / 2100 ... if ur carrier transmits on frequency other than these then us device is useless.... many people buy these devices only because it has 4g but they arenot even aware of supported frequencies so u all must research properly before buying.... PLY PRESS THANKS IF MY POST HELPED U...:fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed:
[Transformer TF300T Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jplujones:
Anybody else noticing issues? ASUS Transformer Pad TF300
[Moto X Q&A] NicholasJohnson:
Are there any known issues with the vibration motor on the MotoX? I'm pretty sure mine has gone out. I've tried a factory reset and even completely reinstalling stock firmware using RSDLite. Sometimes the motor will randomly start working again, but this is pretty rare.

Should I send it back for a replacement? I have a customized MotoX from AT&T.

Also, I noticed that compared to my Nexus 4, the MotoX vibration motor seemed very strong and the Nexus 4 motor seemed weak in comparison. Was that normal?

Thanks.
[Moto X Q&A] phermey:
it will take a long time to get your phone back if you send it in. they might just let you order a new one. if they do you will get two options. send it in. wait for them to check it in. (7-15 days) and then they will give you a code. or you can send it in. buy another one. and they will credit you back once they check it in. (7-15 days)

they do have issues with the vibrate. my first was excellent. my second one is more or less hollow feeling. there are complaints on it all over this forum. dunno what to tell ya from there.
[Moto X Q&A] 1ManWolfePack:
Mine sucks. Sounds like a baby rattle when I type. My little bro had a RAZR that did the same.
[Moto X Q&A] mohlsen8:
i'm on my 2nd moto x - first had streaks on the screen. now i'm experiencing this vibration issue. on the first phone, the vibration was nice and tight, but now typing on the keyboard specifically is terrible. it's funny because i noticed this huge difference between the vibrations on my first one and my wife's and chalked it up to hers being a carrier model, but now i have the same issue. are they replacing them for this?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] CCJ22:
Just trying to see if N5100 has:

-palm recognition if I rest palm on the screen while drawing.

-NFC

-Is there a black model?

-Does back camera have LED?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] bigmout:
It has an active stylus, so yes. In fact, most drawing and writing programs can be set to recognize only the S-pen for inking.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] jvloyola:
No the back camera doesn't have a led flash, and as far asI know there is no black model

Vinny
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] CCJ22:
Shoot, ok thanks fellas
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] N_M_S:
But there is a brown-black version

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galax...ie=UTF8&qid=1381746709&sr=8-2&keywords=note+8

Very sexy :cool:
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] afblangley:
No, no, no. That's the 5110. The N5100 has only been released in white. I'd love someone to prove me wrong!
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] heloklastit:
Here in Germany they sell the brown/black n5100:

http://www.alternate.de/Samsung/Samsung+Galaxy_Note_8_(GT-N5100)_3G_+_Wi-Fi,_Tablet/html/product/1083405/?

http://www.amazon.de/Samsung-Touchscreen-Quad-Core-Speicher-Megapixel/dp/B00D02AUDM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1381820793&sr=8-3&keywords=galaxy+note+8.0
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] afblangley:
Fantastic! Now that I know it exists, I gotta figure out how to get me one.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] N_M_S:
get it from the German Amazon site (link up).
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti] richard d:
No NFC

No LED flash

Yes to palm recognition.

I've only seen the brown version from German suppliers.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] PhilPan:
I'm on the fence about leaving smart stay on? It only seems to work sometime, and I can't tell whether it is killing my battery or not. Just curious if anyone out there is using it?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jmorton10:
I never used it in my Note 2 and immediately disabled it in the Note 3.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] njfoses:
I have been keeping it on, but it doesnt work very well for me thus far. If you look away for more than a sec or so and then look back it will still shut the screen off. I havent noticed battery drain though.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kampana:
I turned off Smart Stay and all the other "Smart" features, they rarely ever work properly. For instance, Smart Stay requires that I stare at the sensor for the screen to stay on. In addition, now that I have a case with a lip on the front of the phone, I think the lip interferes with the sensor and none of the Smart features have worked since.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ronaldheld:
I use it. It doesn't work 100% of the time but enough to leave it on.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] oilfighter:
I've used S3, S4, and now Note 3, and I've always enabled it. I never realize how much I've depended on it until I got the Nexus 7, which didn't have this feature. The Nexus 7 would always dim the screen when I'm browsing/reading something. So good job to Samsung. They made a feature that is not only useful, but also transparent.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] topjimmy:
+1
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pitbulledEvo:
Same here. The notification "eye" annoys me a bit, but that's bc [MENTION=4395895]beanstown106[/MENTION] roms spoiled me haha
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MrClean69:
I never used it with my Note 2, honestly never even knew it was there :laugh:

I didn't like the screen dimming all the time, I do read a lot on my phone so have it enabled for that purpose makes it worthwhile to me.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GirLuvsDroid:
If you're rooted you can disable that "eye"notification using Wanam Xposed.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 3.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] virx14:
It does not seem to work for me, probably because I wear glasses. I disabled it after a week and did not notice any difference.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kampana:
I thought about that too but I tried it without my glasses, didn't work.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pitbulledEvo:
Thanks. Do you know if wanam xposed can change the clock position /color? I don't have much experience with Xposed.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] qman66:
yes
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ManOfBusiness:
Waste of battery IMHO.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wrichards2009:
Yeah it's lame. I thought it'd be cool but it pauses way too much
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jonphinguyen7:
Anybody have any luck with wallet flip cover cases? I have one that I purchased on Amazon but it has a magnet in the back that interferes with the S Pen around the area. I've never used one before this so I'm curious to see what you guys know.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jonphinguyen7:
Bump
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] HughesNet:
Always seemed to me that the cards would damage the screen.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] dr.m0x:
It's hard to find a decent one, most have magnetic closures which suck.. Spigen did the Valentinus for the note 2 which had a snap closure and was a nice case as well. Hopefully they will remake it for the note 3 in time.

Sent from my SM-N9005 now Free
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] iamnotacow:
storyleather has nice ones.

I can't send links. I am a newbee
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Kompster:
I bought this Cellto Wallet Case when it was $1.99, just got it last night. The screen protector included with it was complete garbage. The quality of the case appears decent but after careful inspection I've decided that it will not hold up very long unless it is used gently. The only thing I place in the billfold is a micro-fiber cloth, no cards... That wouldn't be a good idea without a sufficient screen protector.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jamesindc:
If I get one, I want it to be a nice leather finish with no clasp (looks like a woman's purse).
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Harmony707:
Zenus cases are really good. They have a few out for the Galaxy Note 3.

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Go on YouTube, they are loads of videos so at least you know what you're getting.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] grifter9931:
Trimleather is coming out with some cases for the GN3

Very nice products, for other phones.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] m.alba:
I'm looking for a wallet type case for the Note 3. Any more recommendation on different brand?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Kunji:
Bear Motion

This is what i purchased and will get it tomorrow. Bear Motion http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ESAGVOW/ref=pe_385040_30332200_pe_309540_26725410_item
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jamesindc:
I got this, but I paid $59.00. It's very nice.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAYBLOCK-Genuine-Leather-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-Case-Wallet-Cover-C-Brown-FLIP-/190923293727
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] int_architect:
This is very nice looking. Perfect color for me, but the price is high. Currently at $72.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] TeamPowerstroke:
I'm using the Zenus lettering case, I love it.

Tappin From My N3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] pliablemoose:
I got the brown version last night, used it today for the first time, it's nice for $14, I did cut out the top of the plastic shell that holds the phone to the case that covers the buttons, I couldn't reliably trigger the volume and power buttons, trimming the plastic worked perfectly to allow reliable access to the buttons.

Am hoping the case ages well, and looks good as it breaks in, it looks great now, supposedly they're made out of lambskin leather.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] m.alba:
I like it...I don't mind paying $59 for it. definitely the style that I like, BUT I prefer a black color :(
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] bpark19:
I got it at $55.99 + shipping($8.00/international registered airmail). Yes, it looks awesome

This store is providing free initial stamping service

layblock leather case
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jmw2207:
how about this? I had one for my note 2 and it was pretty darn good. I like how the flip part protects the screen from the cards.

http://www.tridea.co.kr/html_12/product/product_02/03.html
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] dk0r:
Tridea also has this http://tridea.co.kr/html_12/product/product_02/01.html [includes window and no latch (magnetic)]

Doesn't look like the Tireda cases will hold more than 1 card without preventing the magnetic cover from closing..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
I got the Poetic Flipbook off of amazon. Feels nice and has an elastic band to hold it close. Has 3 card slots and room for some loose money or notes or whatever else you may slip in. It was a little over $11 after shipping