yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] leddra2k:
...So I read somewhere it could be something to do with the bootloader being unlocked so....

1. Device with unlocked official way (unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com)

2. Matched the bootloader key in flashtool with the one in the email (same)

3. Relocked device

4. VolumeUP + power - vibrates three times and nothing :(

5. Stuck on a black screen and never boots

6. Unlock again and boots fine!

7. Tried this with the RomAur v1.2 ROM and the official ROM (from backup)

8. Still no joy! so yet to find out truely if the "download pending" on the WALKMAN app is due to an unlocked bootloader

Answers on a postcard would be great :)

Cheers,

Antz
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] leddra2k:
So is one else having issues downloading playlists on the walkman app? :(
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Riyal:
I think you can't relock a bootloader while using a custom kernel... You need to be bone stock first before relocking. Also haven't you did the DRM backup restore technique for relocking bootloader?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mellowmarrow:
I followed this guide. I:

- backed up my stuff

- unlocked the bootloader

- rooted the device

- put on Cyanogen Mod 11

- restored my stuff

Since then, a number of applications aren't giving me notifications, such as OkCupid, Plenty of Fish, and Gmail.

Other applications are working, like Draw Something, Snapchat, and the built-in SMS app.

I've ensured settings within the apps say to notify me. I've tried uninstalling, force stopping, cache clearing, and reinstalling the apps.

Also, using "Light Flow" for notifications (both before and after rooting/unlocking). Ensured settings are enabled on there.

Nexus 4

Android 4.4.2

CyanogenMod 11.0-InstallerXNPQ02R
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abir099:
again flash stock firmware & than install other rom...sometimes restoring application+data cause problem..
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mellowmarrow:
Two things:

1) I can get CyanogenMod from their website. Is there a recommended place to get the stock ROM from?

2) After doing what you mentioned, do you recommend building everything from scratch? (Instead of backup/restore)
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SMillerNL:
Stock can be found real easy, just Google for "Nexus 4 Factory Images"

Sent from my Nexus 4, want to know my current project? Check http://team-fun.eu
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abir099:
1) stock firmware & how to flash see here

http://xdaforums.com/nexus-4/general/how-to-how-to-flash-factory-image-t2010312

2) yap i recommend build from scratch instead of restore..

3)you also can try other CM based rom other than official cm rom, so that u can compare where is the problem...

---------- Post added at 05:25 AM ---------- Previous post was at 05:24 AM ----------

1) stock firmware & how to flash see here

http://xdaforums.com/nexus-4/general/how-to-how-to-flash-factory-image-t2010312

2) yap i recommend build from scratch instead of restore..

3)you also can try other CM based rom other than official cm rom, so that u can compare where is the problem...
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] kettir:
I noticed that my AT&T was set originally to just IPv4 APN protocol. I switched to IPv4/IPv6. Is there any advantage or problems to doing this?
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ibroe:
I observed that since I update my HTC one to 4.3, the camera became grayish purplish. I have done all I can think of to get the camera to be as clear as it is supposed to be, but no solution, I need help as it have taken away the fun in taking pictures with my phone.
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alray:
This is a very known hardware issue, not related to the 4.3 update. Send your phone to repair under warranty. They will replace your camera chip with an improved one.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2317507

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2465651
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
Now, for the camera comparison of the Xperia S and the Xperia Z1...

Disclaimer: the images were shot with Auto Mode on the Xperia S and Superior Auto Mode on the Z1. I basically compared them as point-and-shoot cameras.

Who would've thought the difference between the Xperia S and Z1 was this big? (zoomed in, that is)

Xperia S:

Screenshot_2014-02-21-16-16-19 by HurrHurrHerman, on Flickr

Xperia Z1:

Screenshot_2014-02-21-16-16-22 by HurrHurrHerman, on Flickr

Or let's try one without zooming:

Xperia S:

DSC_0019 by HurrHurrHerman, on Flickr

Xperia Z1:

DSC_0143 by HurrHurrHerman, on Flickr

I'm trying not to be biased, but the Xperia S suffers from much more lens flare than the Xperia Z1 for example I initially held the Z1 on the right next to the S, but after viewing the lens flare on the S I decided to swap the two, the Z1 now being right. Did it make a difference? Nope. Still the same lens flare on the S, still none on the Z1. When you're shooting in daylight, the Z1's camera really is amazing!

Once you take away the sun however, the Xperia Z1 is no longer amazing but just 'good' at best (I don't have examples just yet).

P.S. the full images of the first crop:

Xperia S:

DSC_0022 by HurrHurrHerman, on Flickr

Xperia Z1:

DSC_0146 by HurrHurrHerman, on Flickr

The Xperia Z1 also has the advantage of having a wide-angle lens, as you can see in the pictures above.

If you want to see more, let me know. I'm here to help and answer any questions!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] RodrigoOgasawara:
Good point,talking about the camera,does Z1 have 16:9 resolution higher than 8MP?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
As of yet, nope. But I expect the update to 4.4 to add a 15 megapixel option. Still, megapixels really don't matter as the 8 megapixel shots seem more detailed in daylight than the Xperia S'.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sinple:
dam U, my XS just reached the end of contract. I trying persuade myself not to give in to temptation and buy such an expensive phone right away.

I am considering between Z1 or Z1 compact. Waiting for WMC to see if there is any phone to push the price of Z1 down.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] RodrigoOgasawara:
I agree with that,but its a bit frustating thing to have a 20mp camera that don't shoot at full resolution,but the quality of the photos looks really good.

Another question,about image compression,pictures take with Z1 are less compressed than XS?I mean,with the Superior Auto mode.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
If you don't have the cash, don't bother. The Xperia S is still a good phone. Not everyone needs the best high-end device out there, it's just that I love smartphones so much that I oblige myself to get at least a high-end phone (since I consider the Xperia S to be a darn good midrange device, just not high-end anymore).

The Superior Auto mode makes great images in daylight, but once the sunlight is partially gone or you're trying to take pictures with artificial light, the sharpness drops and you get to see this odd Z1 specific 'oversharpening lining' when fully zoomed in. Once you're out of the light, I really recommend using the Manual Mode, because setting the ISO manually makes a huge difference. So if you can live with that, the Z1's camera is as good as it gets (ISO-50 images in darker environments look detailed - Night Mode is even better!).

One other thing I have noticed, is that the Z1 has barely any chromatic (colour) noise - if you can see noise in pictures, it's going to be these 'sharpened lines' that I don't know how else to explain. I really hated how often the coloured noise occurred in pictures taken with the Xperia S, it really ruined the images for me.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] LevsOG:
Hi there, I liked reading your review as I have had the Xperia S for around a year now on 3 PAYG but Ive been ever so tempted to get either the Z1 or Z1C on contract, but now that ive seen rumours/videos of the suspected 'Z2' which looks pretty darn awesome, do you think its best I get a Z1 or wait for the new release? I mean the Xperia S is a great phone I could cope with it a little more, although stock jellybean 4.1.2 which is what im running has quite a few bugs, also lately my device has been 'overheating' after updating a fair amount of apps which is a sad thing so i guess its nearlly the end for my XS, sad times haha :(
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
I was just too eager to get the Z1 that I couldn't wait one other week for the Z2. But as for the leaks, the Z2 does look like a more perfect device, but it's probably going to be about €150 (or a similar amount of dollars) more expensive, and I didn't think the Z1 would get much cheaper instantly.

So if you can wait, do so. It's always better - prices can only drop. I just really wanted the Z1 and I wasn't planning on paying that much more for a Z2 that's a little closer to perfection.

To summarize, here's what the Z2 is probably going to improve:

- IPS display, so no more viewing angle complaints

- Android 4.4 (but I presume all software tweaks will be made available for the Z1 as well, either through Sony or else through the amazing XDA developers we got)

- Stereo speakers

Other than that, the Z2 seems to be similar to the Z1. So for the price, I'd go (and I actually went) for the Z1. But it's all up to you, and wait if you can because phones are only getting cheaper!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hamodi:
thinking to upgrade too

but i didnt chose yet ,, Z1 or Z1s or Z1 compact !!! i think the almost the same no ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
I'm not sure what the Z1s is supposed to be, but it's either a specific variant of the Z1 or Z1 Compact.

Either way, if you're in doubt between these two and you have an Xperia S, just think about the size. Are you longing for something bigger?

One thing I have to mention: although I love the size of the Z1, it's just not as practical to use in one hand as my old Xperia S. Keep that in mind.

And have fun choosing your next phone :D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ghard:
Z1s is only for T mobile in USA and it has a slightly better camera and 32GB storage

please read this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2600577

as for me I'll until Z2 is released in my region :good:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
Update: I added a YouTube video of the comparison to the original post!

If you'd like to see more of a comparison, ask & subscribe I'd say :angel:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] misqowiec:
still better S

Still better s because it cheaper :P Maybe i'll buy z1 when sony will release z2 and z1 went cheaper.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
Very true that the Xperia S is cheaper now. I can't even sell mine because I'm asking too much apparently :silly:

But make no mistake: the Z1 feels much more of an upgrade than reviews may make it seem.

I purchased the Z1 because the price had already dropped to just above €400, as opposed to the Z2 which is around €550 or even €600 now.

In case of the Z1 vs Z2, I'd go (and I have gone) for the Z1, just for its pricetag.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] misqowiec:
Genneraly i'm thinking about z1 compact becasue classic z1 is too big for me:P
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
Except for the size there's barely any difference between the two, so I'm hoping my guide will still be useful :3
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] FaiselW:
Isn't it good to have bad viewing angles because of privacy issues? Also it is not a tv so i don't get why people care about viewing angles.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Hermantje:
It's all personal preference, but people usually prefer being able to view the display perfectly when it's on the table. It's actually more common than you might think, that you're not looking directly at the display. I'd say, if you're really into privacy, you won't dislike the absent viewing angles. Otherwise the display just looks better overall, when you can even look at it from an angle without contrast loss. The issue I often have is that I can't read text due to lowered contrast when my phone's on the table, for example hooked up to my radio, like it is at this moment. It's more difficult to change songs because the text on the display is not always readable.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Redstarr1:
What privacy issues? Are you concerned someone can read your texts over your shoulder? You'll probably notice when someone's breathing down your neck then, because even with a 5 inch screen, the screen is still small enough to require the phone to still be in an arm's distance from your face to read properly. For everything else like photos and videos, you are aware that you've already shared all of your life with Google, Facebook, etc anyway?

For me, one of the downsides of the Xperia S is how grey all the colours are when you look at it if it's lying down on a table. You can't properly show photos to other people or you need to hand them your phone.

Saying that bad viewing angles are good for privacy is just one of those excuses to avoid criticizing Sony. Sony never made those viewing angles so bad by design, it's not a feature, so the viewing angles should just be as good as possible. If it were a feature, it should be optional because not all of us wear tinfoil hats. If you want bad viewing angles because you're actually concerned about your privacy (and you don't want to tell that creep breathing in your neck to shove off) there are filters you can apply as a screen protector or a case to get even worse viewing angles. I know that Siemens employees need to put a similar filter on their laptops if they're using it in public to avoid leaking company secrets.

About the Xperia Z1/Z2, they're too big for me. I'm considering the Z1 compact but after 2 years of Sony, about half of which with AOSP based ROMs, I've decided I don't like OEM skins and the limitations they pose. So next phone will probably be a Nexus (it's a bit smaller but only just though..) or a Motorola if they release the successor of the Moto X in Belgium at all. I would be tempted to get an Xperia Z1 compact if there were a Google Play Edition.
[General Questions and Answers] Asafk:
Hi all,

i have Samsung galaxy s i9000, just recently updated ROM to cyanogen mod 11-20140210- snapshot-m3.

at the beginning gapps was working well, and suddenly it showed no connection error.

i cleared cache and data inside settings-apps, verified automatic date&time it didn't help.

i kept on following suggestions, one of them was removing Google account and then trying to enter play store. i removed it, and play store won't open at all... when i tried adding my Google account back, it sends me back to settings and won't let me add it. now i have no google account and no play store.

can someone please help?

thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] judson75:
Hey All,

I flashed the Shiny ROM recently. I am getting pretty bad battery life though I didn't own the phone long enough before flashing a Shiny to know if this was a Shiny issue or not. Anyways, I like the ROM well enough but was curious if anyone could suggest another ROM that perhaps goes easier on the battery. I am just on the edge of getting a zero lemon battery but thought I might try a few more software tricks before I plunk down the cash for that battery.

I have already replaced the shiny kernel that is baked into the ROM with the KK422 kernel which I had heard is easy on the battery. Seems to be helping a bit so far.

I know that battery use is highly individual, I am mostly looking for a starting suggestion. I can run my own usage diagnostics.

Thanks yet again!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mrgnex:
Use greenify and wakelockdetector. Also you can try to tweak with trickster to get better battery.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] judson75:
Thanks. After I wrote that OP it occurred to me, probably kernels more so than ROMs affect battery life. Just based on the little that I now that would seem to be the case. Is that true at all?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mrgnex:
Yeah I noticed better battery life with kernels not so much by switching roms..
[G Pad 8.3 Themes and Apps] SnowPluralism:
Guys im tired of trying to port this to g pad,

Tryed the latest one from S4 that has same resolution get FC

Only one i managed to work was the one from s3 and was really small ...

If Anybody has a clue about this leave feedback
[G Pad 8.3 Themes and Apps] Sammy854:
I am interested too :D (i love touchwiz :crying:)
[G Pad 8.3 Themes and Apps] jazzespresso:
Not sure if you aware of this thread: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2335530

a lot ported Touchwiz launchers that I am aware of are based on old S3, but skined to look like S4, Note3, or even S5. There's no real port that I am aware of, that's because it soo embeded into system frameworks, libs,..etc, probably many developers having hard time to port it.

but couple of developers got together and able to port HTC Sense 6 Apps, Blinkfeed, launcher, all good stuff (see link below)..I was monitoring this thread when they start work on it, so if couple of developers come together, everything possible as it seems. it seems it is just not many developers intersted on Touchwiz launcher. I know prvious Touchwiz launcher was really bad, but I believe Samsung come along good and made a lot of improvement on newest Touchwiz launcher that's on new devices.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2696399
[Networking] fruit_n_veg:
lo all

before i start, sorry if its been answered elsehwere, ive been searching for about an hour so ive now given up on that :(

i got internet working on my unlocked T-mobile MDA on the O2 network, Pay as you go SIM card, but i just cannot get my email or msn messenger to work :( the settings im using are:

Access Point Name: payandgo.o2.co.uk

username: payandgo

Password: password

Server assigned IP address

Proxy server: HTTP is 193.113.200.195 on port 8080

WAP is 193.113.200.195 on port 9201

Socks is 193.113.200.195 on port 1080

ive defo got my email settings right too :(

any help will be gratefully received

andy
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] s4users:
So, after the OS upgrade to 4.3 from 4.2.2, I've discovered that some applications that requires root access deny my system root, YES I've checked that my device is rooted, I have the stock kernel, stock firmware but I've rooted it via Odin3 with CF-AUTO ROOT, and yes the operation was successful. Now, the apps that I'm talking about is Gamecih app and all the other apps like that, and Screen recording apps, all of then denied my root. I've tried wifi kill app (that app works perfectly). So what could be the problem? The app or the OS version itself? Please find me a solution to fix this god dam problem, I'm using the Samsung Galaxy S3 LTE (GT-i9305) device.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lidorkalfa:
You need to re-root your phone with 4.3 root script, and then install supersu..

i think the best way is flash philZ Recovery though odin.. good luck :p
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bwestphan:
Hello, so one morning I woke up and my phone wouldn't turn on. I believe it was due to water damage but am not sure (I was not in my most clear head to say the least...). So the screen would not turn on, but the green indicator light would flash. Now in not my most brightest of moments, I plugged it into my charger. When I later checked, I felt that the back was warm, so I unplugged it. The phone would still not turn on so I put It in rice. I then ordered a repair kit to open the back to open and apply rice (it came very late), and once this was done it still did not turn. Now the water damage indicator in the sim slot changed color, but I am not actually sure how to proceed. Can I do anything to salvage this phone or should I just get a new one? Thanks for any help
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bwestphan:
Anyone got anything
[Xperia Z1 General] eclyptos:
Z1 Lovers! You are Welcome!

Are you Happy with your Z1?

Join the Poll, Sign under here and If you are Happy, Sing with Me, Because I'm Happy!. :D

This is for Sony Xperia Z1 only. Compact, Z1s, or Ultra are not welcome here.
[Xperia Z1 General] djg269:
I tought u wanted a forum cleanup!

So why this useless poll.

These post for me are totally useless same as post homescreen and so on, but thats me.

Verstuurd van mijn C6903 met Tapatalk
[Xperia Z1 General] eclyptos:
I forgot to mention "Criticism" are not welcome here too. :D

You don't know nothing what I want.

I saw many users unhappy, others happy, then I opened this thread to know where it will goes.
[Xperia Z1 General] ermond012:
Hi [MENTION=1030880]eclyptos[/MENTION]. I've been happy with Z1 since the day I bought. It may not be perfect but it is a big leap fir me coming from an Xperia acro S. I just wish that Sony could've waited at least IFA this year to release the successor of Z1 as the 6-month cycle makes the current flagship behind sooner (now I know the feeling of Z owners haha). Though I know and everyone knows that tine will come there will be new and greater ones coming. Again it's just my thought, I hope no one will react violently. And again my obly wish is to have at least most of the Sirius' features will be available on Z1 once it geta the 4.4 update. :)
[Xperia Z1 General] vVSolidusVv:
I'm very happy... all I need is in only one device.... But the camera can do better... I think it's a software problem and Sony have not the capacity to resolve the problem

inviato da Note 3
[Xperia Z1 General] negrobembon:
Yep i am
[Xperia Z1 General] BLEK0TA:
No not happy.

POOR DISPLAY QUALITY. Washed colors. And terrifying viewing angels.

POOR PHOTO QUALITY. Like someone old 1mpx photo camera
[Xperia Z1 General] Jiyeon90:
Extremely happy, wouldn't exchange for anything, although it would have been nicer with an IPS screen

Sent from my Xperia Z1
[Xperia Z1 General] mm79k:
I wish I didn't even buy it.

I am waiting for something good to come in the next 2-3 months and I will replace it (probably with HTC)
[Xperia Z1 General] slim207rc:
Someone doesn't know how to setup a device as you can tell by the stuff he's writing here :D

sent from the 1
[Xperia Z1 General] ermond012:
I agree with you.
[Xperia Z1 General] del1701:
I'm very happy with my Z1 :D it ticks all the boxes for me.

Now I'm wondering how long this thread will stay friendly and open :P
[Xperia Z1 General] vctrdnl:
I can't help but wonder, why do I have to pay about 500 Euro (contract free) for a flagship with a disappointing screen when I'll have to pay the same sum for a flagship with top-notch screen in a month or two... Viewing angles don't bother me as much as the yellow tint and the fact that White balance, although improving things, impacts the brightness and contrast in turn. And, what drives me mad, the user is supposed to (partially) fix something that shouldn't have got past Sony's quality control in first place. White balance should be used for fine adjustments according to each one's personal preference and not for fixing a faulty display altogether. So, after exchanging 5 Z1 devices, each one suffering from yellow tint to one degree or another (some of them even from dead or stuck pixels), in a blind hope of getting one of those "unicorn" units with a Z Ultra-alike display, I am finally throwing the towel. I'm glad I can still return the last Z1 I have gone for. It could have been an EPIC phone to cherish and remember but just because of the poor screen it isn't. It's a good, decent device but I can get that for half the money. I'll wait for Z2 or whatever its name will be, and if Sony provide the same "display lottery" disgusting experience with it, I'll go for another brand, as much as I don't want to.

So, you guessed right, I voted with "No" in this poll.
[Xperia Z1 General] choihan06:
I was unhappy with the device, so i sold it and tried to find new phone.

but i could not find any other devices better than z1

so just bought it again and now i am happy knowing that the z1 is the best out there :)
[Xperia Z1 General] cyrom:
I'm happy with my z1 for now and will stick with it for few years.:)
[Xperia Z1 General] eclyptos:
Display was improved with the implementation of Withe Balance on .136, did you try it?

I got a lot of improvement in Pictures, specially in Low light, after update to .136 too.

BTW, sorry to hear that.
[Xperia Z1 General] eclyptos:
..hahaha..Nice! ;)