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[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jeo_m900:
I have Go and Z as daily phones. I work for cnc & industrial maintenance. So far (about 10 months) both phones has survived without major failures. Few drops and lot of moisture and harsh environment. Best thing is you can rinse phone with water it it gets dirty. I would recommend to get GOOD screenprotector and for Z just some simple cheap case which you can replace if it in bad shape.

Only thing is using phones with gloves on. Basic thin gloves are ok but usually gloves with protection against sharp objects won't work.

And also speaker is the weak spot. Some of my friends clean the speaker with magnet if it gets dirty. I haven't tried this yet..
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Airbag888:
Thanks for your reply. Have you experienced any software bugs, restarts, etc? Do you have your email pushing to your phone all day over 3G? How's the battery life?

Thanks!
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jeo_m900:
With Stamina mode on it's day to three days. I use K9 with listmail widget and it's working ok. No real problems, and using with dock it's good for office use. Depends quite lot of Internet usage and other stuff. But no real complain yet. Just new keyboard is not so well suited compared to old T9.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Airbag888:
That's quite a lot of battery (if it even gets close to 2 days) What about without stamina mode on?

I love Swiftkey for keyboard. Give it a try :)

I just wonder if it'll last from Morning till Evening (6am - 8pm) on 1 charge with several calls a day and emails syncing all day as well.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kingvortex:
Easily. I get 5 hours of screen on time on my phone, so a few calls and emails syncing will hardly touch the battery.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Airbag888:
Just to be sure, are you talking with or without stamina mode? In my experience Data eats quite a lot of battery life particularly when syncing all day. It oftens prevents deep sleep if you got bad reception.

And is there a 'better' firmware for the phone? I seem to see various issues with 4.3 on the Z
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kingvortex:
Screen on time isn't affected by stamina mode, as stamina mode only activates when the screen is off. Stamina mode only has a negligible affect on battery life in my experience in any case.

If I use my phone normally, ie make a few calls, send and receive a few SMS and emails with some internet browsing, then I normally have in excess of 80% battery remaining when I get in at night. I have all syncs enabled at all times.

The usage you describe will never drain the battery in a day.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Airbag888:
Thanks. Your input is much appreciated. For reference, what firmware version are you on?
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kingvortex:
You're welcome.

I'm on Android 4.3 - 10.4.B.0.569
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cookie Ninja:
The Z has a glass back and front screen. I cracked my screen while the phone was in my pocket during a meeting. Maybe the ZR or the ZL may be better suited for you if you tend to keep the phone on you/ on surfaces that may cause it some shock / damage, unless you're purely interested in water resistance... In that case, the Z1, Z1S, or the ZR may fit your requirements....

Dead Cookies leave no trails...
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Airbag888:
Oh, I was under the impression the Z had the same protection as the Z1, ZR, etc (except for the difference in water protection)
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] eryen:
FullHd screens draind battery like hell.

I also use z as primary phone for work. 3 exchange accounts connected via push settings, linkedin account and also every kind of messaging application works on background. (Working international, everybody uses different mesaaging system, so i have to install all of them.)

Also social media applications like facebook, twitter, instagram, pinterest etc etc.

Bluetooth sbh50 connected allday. At least 3 hour call and 3 hour music over bluetooth device.

Several remote connections made with phone. Also wifi hotspot in day time.

Still i can get one full day with one charge.

I've allways set my device to one kind of network. 3g always.

if you use 2g/3g/lte section, phone will allways look for faster network in area. That mean your phone allways in search mode. That might kill your battery in several hours.

That situation is not for only xperia z, search mod will kill all phones.

Just keep in charge while you are sleeping, keep battery for when you need it. If you sleep and recharge for tomorrow, let your phone to sleep and recharge for tomorrow.

You might also consider to get Z1S. 720p screens more battery friendly. I have also xperia sp. Definitely more battery frindly because of screen.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Airbag888:
I appreciate the details. May I ask what firmware you're on as well? I may consider the Z1S. As a reminder this is for use at the office by my colleagues who have been on black berries so far. So obviously they'll complain about the battery. But the scenario you described puts my mind at ease.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] eryen:
I'm using latest version .569.

But still if you compare with blackberry all smartphones will take lower battery usage. Because of blackberry devices a little dummy phones.

How big your screen you will consume more power, how fancy and complicate your device, will consume more power.

Recently my company renewed all phones. All blackberry users are still happy because of more friendly and powerfull phone.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Airbag888:
I absolutely agree with everything you said. What phones did your company pick up to replace the BBs?
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] eryen:
Because of agreament with service provider, Samsung S4 and S3.

I've donated S4 to my mother. Personally i like sony style gui. Samsung seems childish to me. Too many absurt colour ;)

No offens anybody..

Sony case and gui look more elegant.
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aqua9teen1:
Hi

Just like the title stated, I want to remove stock album apk. So how to uninstall it?
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sourabhp:
you will need root to remove stock apps.

search forums for rooting information and guides.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Reserved
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
One more
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Zephyr Lite v1 uploaded. Cheers!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] srv.abhishek:
Great :good:

can you please share some battery usage statistics? Also will the ROM flash the modem or is it controlled via Aroma?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
[MENTION=4816932]srv.abhishek[/MENTION] Will post some screenshots of battery later, though I am a heavy user with lot of apps. Modem is included and no this does not include aroma. Just flash and you are good to go. Would recommend Yank or Boeffla Kernel.

Edit:

Here goes

Zephyr Lite v1 NA7 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] clicmaster:
Hello manojpy

I like your ROM, I mean the Full Stock Deodexed Version.

Will you upgrade this ROM to NA7 ?

Thx
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
[MENTION=776166]clicmaster[/MENTION] will be able to do that on Monday.

Zephyr Lite v1, NA7, 240dpi, with Boeffla™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
NA7 Stock full Deodexed uploaded. Check OP. [MENTION=776166]clicmaster[/MENTION]

Zephyr Lite v1, NA7, 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Thanks for the great response for the full stock version. Did not anticipate it. Sharing status has been changed in Google drive. Meanwhile have got permission for Android file host. Will try to upload all future versions there. Cheers and have a good day.

Zephyr Lite v1, NA7, 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] clicmaster:
Thanks a lot !!!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Guys I am uploading v2 of Zephyr Lite which will be debloated further (651mb) based on Samsung stock NA7 and will be 240dpi. Any takers? If yes hit thanks.

Zephyr Lite v2, NA7, 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Perka:
Hi just a q: why is hidden.img in your ROM?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
[MENTION=2956774]Perka[/MENTION] Hey Perka, firstly thanks to your stash, I have used your modems on many occasions. I have hidden the images to keep the Op short. On clicking the content. It shows. Hope that is what you were talking about.

Zephyr Lite v2, NA7, 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Perka:
No I mean the file "hidden.img" in your ROM
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Ok. This is something I need to check, will do so tom. Could be while cooking the rom or could be while repacking. Will let you know buddy. Thanks

Zephyr Lite v2, NA7, 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
V2 uploaded

Zephyr Lite v2, NA7, 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
[MENTION=2956774]Perka[/MENTION] found this thread. At least I am not alone :). Let me know if you figure out some more info

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1456532

Zephyr Lite v2, NA7, 240dpi, with Yank™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Perka:
Well I know what is in hidden.img, just some Samsung crap.

A CWM zip will not flash hidden.img as this needs Odin to flash, so maybe you just added hidden.img by mistake?

/Common_app is empty

/lost+found is empty

in /Samsung theres a mp3 and a mp4 file.

Will get your ROM down by ~100mb if removed.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
V3 Full Deodexed (XXUGNB4) uploaded.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Zephyr lite v3 based on NB4 uploaded. Enjoy!

Zephyr™ Lite v3, NB4, 240dpi, with Boeffla™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jagtisda:
"Full Stock Deodexed Version" Mean just rom stock deodexed??? do you add anything or tweak?? I need a rom stock just only deodexed :D
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Yes you are right. This is complete stock deodexed. Nothing added or deleted. However update Supersu to 1.93 after installing.

Zephyr™ Lite v3, NB4, 240dpi, with Boeffla™ Kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jagtisda:
thanks bro, i really need this rom :)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Will be uploading full and lite version based on NB6 in some time. Though the changelog looks same as NA7, NB6 seems to be a much battery friendly firmware. On flight mode for 7 hours and literally 0% battery drain (Stock kernel). Worth trying.

Edit: Full and Lite version 4 uploaded.

Zephyr™ Lite v4, NB6, 240dpi, with Xposed framework - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] rush25:
no update to NB1 ?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] bornlivedie:
It's not an update, it has a lower changelist.

NB6 is the most updated one.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] rush25:
btw what apps are removed in light version ?

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also if i change dpi to 320 in build prop will it cause issues with apps ? apps would be made compatible with 240 right ?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Also NB6 is pretty stable and has a great deep sleep battery life on stock kernel. It's been a while since Samsung has rolled out a new firmware. Will update when a new one is released.

Zephyr Lite v4 , 240dpi with Xposed framework - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
[MENTION=4337046]rush25[/MENTION] Bloatware details attached. You could change to 320dpi through Build prop. Should not have any problem. Remember to make a backup before attempting.

Max you will have to replace Samsungcamera, seccontacts, seclauncher2 and Musicplayer WT

in system/app as they are modded for 240 dpi. I could send you a 320 zip version if you need. Let me know how it goes.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] ampampamp:
Can I install.. this full version. ...I am from india. .. is it include stok kernel?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Yes you can. Full version is complete stock firmware with stock kernel. It is just rooted and deodexed.

Zephyr Lite v4 , 240dpi with Xposed framework - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Zephyr Lite v5 with base ND1 uploaded. Check OP
[Galaxy S III Android Development] sesa_nanta:
i really wanna try this ROM...

maybe next release...
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jaggythistle:
I don't understand why this rom isn't extremely popular it really should be!!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
V6 based on Archiport 4.4.2 on its way. Looks and feels amazing with 240 dpi. Hope you guys like it.

Zephyr Lite v5 , 240dpi with Xposed framework - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
V6 uploaded. Enjoy!!!

Zephyr Lite v6 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 4), 240dpi with Xposed framework - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] _moelle:
fantastic rom! keep it up!!!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Yank has released a kernel for Archiport based rom (4.4.2). Register at http://yank555-lu.net and try it on v6. Gives smoothness a new meaning.

Zephyr Lite v6 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 4), 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Choristav:
This rom is just fine, it'll probably take off after the base gets stable.

[MENTION=4685292]manojpy[/MENTION] Autorotation got fixed:

https://github.com/JustArchi/ArchiPort/commits/master

I'll also take a gamble and ask, does anyone know how to remove the Notification toggles from touchwiz? They eat up too much space on my screen.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Will change the base to preview 5 with autorotation and upload tom if possible. Knew it won't take long for Archi and team to sort it out. Three cheers to them.

Zephyr Lite v6 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 4), 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jojohnson250:
Can't wait change of 280 DPI??
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
The rom has been optimised for 240dpi. You could however change the dpi in Build prop. Would suggest you use app settings with X posed to ensure Dailer, Camera, gallery etc are set for 240. Will look pretty misaligned otherwise.

Testing v7 with Archiport Preview 5, looking good. Rotation works fine. Yank's kernel (beta 2) is also awesome. Will upload Tom. Good night

Zephyr Lite v7 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] zhongshangchi:
looking forward to V7, hurry up pls
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Guys would you like v7 to look like this???

Ram usage

Will be up in a few hours once I reach a stable wifi connection.

Zephyr Lite v7 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Version 7 online!

By far my best work. Hope you guys dig it. Cheers!!!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] zhongshangchi:
Would you like to give another download mirror?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
I thought androidfilehost was very reliable. They had some server issues sometime back which is sorted. Suggest you try again. If not will upload on mega Tom.

Zephyr Lite v7 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jojohnson250:
Really smooth but I'm getting a lot of touchwiz fc when trying to make an app to a different place.....btw ram usage is awesome
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
Probably because of the dpi what is it set on??? 320 default???
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jojohnson250:
Dpi is 240 I think

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As soon as I hold down on an app from home screen or all apps I get tw fc
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
Set it 240 clear data and cache of touchwiz launcher via app manager and then reboot once this should work!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jojohnson250:
How do I set it to 240, I thought that came with the rom...
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
U can change it with textdroider dpi download from ps!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
I could replicate this. Rom is already 240 dpi. I guess this could be the reason. Let me check or else I will go back to 320 dpi to avoid this problem. Was using Nova, hence did not realise

Zephyr Lite v6 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 4), 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
There's something wrong with Androidfilehost always my download fails ive been downloading it from morning and its been failing on and on more than 9 times could you please upload it to different sharing sites as in mediafire or mega??
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Will upload on mega tomorrow. Will be reverting to 320 dpi until I figure out the touchwiz fc. Sorry for the issue.

Zephyr Lite v6 (4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 4), 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
Thanks a ton man and definitely not a issue bro take your time!!! We should be apologizing and we should be thankful to you devs are always kings!!!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jojohnson250:
No transparent status bar ???? ??
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Version 7 re-uploaded to Mega (check OP). Back to 320 dpi as there were fc's in touchwiz.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
Love ya million mahn thanks a ton downloading right away lol u wont believe my download failed from ladt night 13 times[emoji12]will flash and test for a day and report soon!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Version 7.2 online. 240 dpi implemented. Touchwiz fc sorted out.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Mosh Edd:
can we please get some screenshots for the S5 UI? Thanx for the awesome work man. Ur great. :p
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Check post no. 45. Regards
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Mosh Edd:
does it also have S5 Settings? :highfive:
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
No. The lesser apps and settings ported from S5, the better and less lags.

We are extremely lucky to be using 4.4.2 all due to the sheer hard work of a few extremely talented developers.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] cooljay5:
Manoj Bhai,

Thank you for this wonderfull ROM, but I want to use 320 DPI.. v7 is 320 dpi correct??
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Yes cooljay v7 is 320dpi.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Mosh Edd:
Hi, thanx for the reply, another one last question please, :cowboy: which Kernel do you best recommend? Yank or Psn? Thanx in advance M8. :p
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Kernel is always a personal choice. Personally I have been a fan of Yank's kernel. Boeffla has been my other favourite. Right now the choice for 4.4.2 is between Yank and Agni. Yank for me has been smooth, better battery and no random reboots. Try it out :)

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
I did it but no s5 theme or dialer included no gallery as well ummm was it removed to give pure stock experience??? I loved this rom only for the s5 incall ui!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Mosh Edd:
Hi bro, I flashed your Rom, really fast and stable but I lost root, even flashing supersu v1.9.9 didn't solve and no. 2, why did you replace note2 camera which hsd fast and slow motion video recording and volume keys as shutter? pleeaase readd if possible or provide a separate patch. Thanx in advance, and sorry if I ssked for too much. CHEERS.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Yes for 320 dpi version, I reverted to stock. You could search for a mod in this forum and install S5 theme and dialler. Will consume more ram though.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Will try to add it next version.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] antimo84c:
This ROM is compatible with agni kernel? Can I see some screnshoots? Thanks

Inviato dal mio Nexus 7 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Yes it is. Some screen shots in post 45.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] yusuf_adsas:
Hi Manoj

You also mentioned Boeffla kernel can be used.

I didn't know he already made one for this 4.4.2 port.

Can you kindly give a link as to where I could find his kernel.

Thank you. Will press thanks tomorrow as I've reached limit today ;)

Yusuf
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Yusuf maybe I communicated wrong. Boeffla has not yet released a kernel for 4.4.2 Archiport. I am sure many of us are waiting for him to.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] yusuf_adsas:
No worries Manoj. I was just reading the above post and must have misunderstood you.

Will stay tuned for sure.

Cheers ! :D

Yusuf
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Flash Supersu 1.9.7 as 1.9.9 is still in testing phase.

Zephyr Lite v7.2(4.4.2 based on Archiport Preview 5), 240dpi with Yank's kernel - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Mosh Edd:
Thanx, actually I already sorted it out by extracting "samsung camera" from [MOD][JB][4.3]Note II / S III Stock AOSP Camera Build 4 -[18/4/2014] Perfect Camera Thanx to [MENTION=4337046]rush25[/MENTION]

it looks soo good with the 240 dpi, not like the Stock themed.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
Anyway to fix this brother???
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Use xposed framework , app settings and change the dialler to 240 dpi

Zephyr lite v7.2 with Yank's kernel, 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
Had tried it got reboots will try again and report soon!

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Same no changes tried doesn't work screenshots attached
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
I am confused. Are you using 7.2 or v7 cos this is perfect in 7.2 which is a 240 DPI and I have used stock dialler in v7 which is a 320 DPI.

Also changing only phone to 240 won't do. Check for dialler /contacts app.

Zephyr lite v7.2 with Yank's kernel, 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
Exactly I don't change contacts dpi and all working fine now after changing it and I'm on 7.2!

V7 has s5 call us included???
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
Glad it worked. No v 7 is stock note 2 dialler.

Zephyr lite v7.2 with Yank's kernel, 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Sulaimanshariff:
No S5 apps included as in gallery or launcher and my files???
[Galaxy S III Android Development] manojpy:
No

Zephyr lite v7.2 with Yank's kernel, 240dpi - Galaxy Redefined!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Mosh Edd:
ROM is superb and flying, great RAM usage, hardly goes beyond 555MB. Am using Angi Kernel.

However, two issues am reporting, not very major btw, the contacts force close when I select call log, and the music player force close when I press end. Thanx man for the great ROM. :p

ROM][4.4.2][Based on Archiport]Zephyr Lite v7.2, i9300, 240 dpi, Deodexed