yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xperia SP Android Development] Dashing_97:
Hey , i didnt try that mount system thing , plz try it , in cwm recovery , go to mounts and storage and then mount system , then flash the zip , plz try it and tell me if it works :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] liquor:
First ROM on my new Xperia SP!

Thanks Dipesh1502!

I initially flashed the rom with Philz recovery and noticed I lost baseband/imei like others mentionned in this thread... had to reflash with TWRP and its working fine now. Perhaps adding a note in the install instructions could help others avoid this mistake ;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] RogerBlack:
it works...thanks for teaching me how to mount system
[Xperia SP Android Development] Dashing_97:
You are welcome man ;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] cactus92:
Hello everyone, I tried to read the whole discussion and I did not understand. I have the .201 version 4.3 locked bootloader and unroot. I follow this guide? I have to have the bootloader unlocked, or can I leave it blocked? I would not unlock the bootloade. works well this rom? or there are bugs? thanks :)
[Xperia SP Android Development] Dashing_97:
You can flash this ROM ith your bootloader locked ithout any problems at all ;)

Follow these steps-

1) Flash the official 4.1.2 Firmware http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2311964

2) Root using Doomlord's method http://theunlockr.com/2013/07/30/how-to-root-the-sony-xperia-sp/

3) Install CWM rcovery

4) Enter recovery

5) wipe daa,cache,dalvik cache

6) Flash ROM

7) Flash SuperSU Fix or Update Super SU http://download.chainfire.eu/396/SuperSU

8) wipe data,cache,dalvik cache

9) Reboot and enjoy ;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] liquor:
Not sure if its ROM related but the Sony Albums (gallery) app doesn't seem to include my picasa albums; furthermore in the account sync / Google options, I dont see any "Sync Photos" option... did I mess something or Sony's stock 4.3 rom is like that?
[Xperia SP Android Development] cactus92:
thank you, but I can not download flashtool from the official website, the download is not available. I need a copy of my firmware no brand ita.201. I try to look for it on the forum
[Xperia SP Android Development] eferrari.:
I am not sure if the deodexed ROM is causing it, but I get force close of settings app, when I try to enable the location service(not the gapps).

Sometimes it also FC all apps after booting and I need to reboot:rolleyes:

I hope someone could help me;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Did u update to the latest version??
[Xperia SP Android Development] eferrari.:
I did. Maybe someone could upload the app for location services?
[Xperia SP Android Development] mick232:
When will this be updated for .205?
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Tomorrow.

I am already using it in my phone;)

Bugs fixed;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] regentonne:
n1 :D

some questions right now...

am using modded systemui.apk [KK], and parts from this one... and xposed module...

will it be possible to use them also with new build? if yes, i guess i have to install them again?!
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Yes you will have to install them again...
[Xperia SP Android Development] regentonne:
may i "backup" my systemUI.apk and framework-res.apk that i use now and paste them back after flashing new build?

cause those in the threads aren't updated, so i guess i could just use mine?!

looking forward to your work :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] DrumDub:
will we see a rooted, deodexd & zipaligned stock .205 in the next days??
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
New build

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2780836
[Xperia SP Android Development] Faryad:
Updating

Dear Dipesh,

would be there a way for updating to the new 12.1.A.1.205 from your ROM without data loss? I am currently using your deodexd ROM but I want to use the 205 update to. Since there are lots of apps and data installed, it would be more than frustrating to flash them all from the scratch. I don't have time and nerve for this!

Thanks
[Xperia SP Android Development] thewild:
There's a new thread for .205 version. Follow the instructions in the OP, no data loss, upgrade process is very easy.
[Xperia SP Android Development] Faryad:
thanks for your reply. I've seen it, but it says "flashing stock kernel and flashing ROM"! Isn't this data loss?! Flashing ROM specially
[Xperia SP Android Development] thewild:
No, it's not, just skip the "wipe data / factory reset" step.
[Xperia SP Android Development] Faryad:
Thanks. Since dipesh ROM was very good, I haven't touched my android for a long time, and I've forgot some tips and points. Now I recall what I've done before and know what I should do now. Thanks for your help.
[Xperia SP Android Development] papawil01:
where's the supersu fix zip?
[Xperia SP Android Development] copy2050:
Users who fashed this rom and have FC like me and cant go to language and input devices, if you want to change these settings:

- go to messages app and click on keyboard setting and there you go....change the settings like you want!
[Xperia SP Android Development] Bazilli:
http://download.chainfire.eu/396/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.94.zip
[Xperia SP Android Development] hoangluongvinh:
Not work for me.. :(
[Xperia SP Android Development] titilev:
I did upload this file to:

https://mega.co.nz/#!LwZnkbDD!m7jmDzIBQqrwHuBiwza2WesGWC9pVIlkYP5jnCAqafI
[Xperia SP Android Development] ciao43:
I also have FCs when i click on any account in Settings (for example Facebook FC- immediately, Google when i try to set what to synchronise ).. those guys at sony can't make even settings working properly..
[Xperia SP Android Development] Nanostray:
I might sound a but noobish right now, but it's true I can flash your ROM from 4.1.2 LB with root and CWM and don't have to do anything beside that?
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
Can I install this on C5302?

Anyone has video tutorial?
[Xperia SP Android Development] Depump:
It has problem about change language ?
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Flash Rom+SU AND DONE
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Yep can be installed on C5302/03
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
Anyone who got fc on changing language&setting,just push another original stock setting.apk on system folder and set to r-w-r-r...
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
I'm on 4.3 .266 (Haven't updated to 201) Locked BL, No Root, No CWM

So If i want to install CWM but I need rooted device, if i want to root i need cwm, if i want to root I have to downgrade to 4.1 first, but I might brick my phone, then update to 4.3......

WTH guys i'm confussed
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
i hv been downgrading to 4.1.2 for 100Xx times,no brick so far..by the way,where are u from [MENTION=5756751]bero1608[/MENTION]?? :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
I'm from Georgia.

So I have to downgrade, root then flash this kernel?

confussed af
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
yup...downgrade first to 4.1.2 aka (12.A.0.257) firmware will be easy to root and install cwm...PM me,and i'll show u my step :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
Okay So I have to do these steps

1) Downgrade to 4.1

2) Root

3) Install CWM

Then follow these steps:

Download And Copy The ROM Zip To Ur Mobile

Reboot In To Recovery

Wipe Cache / Dalvik Cache

Wipe Data / Factory Reset ( Do This Only If You Don't Want Your Old Apps and Data.. )

Flash ROM

Flash Supersu Fix ZIP

Reboot

Setup Ur Needs

Reboots Once Again For A Better Performance

And its done?
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Simple:)
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
[MENTION=5440906]dipesh1502[/MENTION]

"Simple"

It's really hard for me :D

Ima noob

Anyone can link downgrading thread?
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Lol everyone keeps learning:)
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
Okay guys I want to downgrade to root with easy rooting toolkit.

.254 or .257?

Wich FTF should I use? C5302

PLEASE HELP
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
.257 Will be good i think
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
Naah I gave up.....

I can't do this

I will wait for doomlord to release easy rooting toolkit or I will stay unrooted forever
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
hahaha...come on bro,yes u can..:D:D
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
Nah I can't. I have to download .254

Install it (And I still dont know if i can install it properly) + Losing so many data (I dont know how to back up)

Then root it. And I dont know if i will root it successfully

Then installing CWM. I have no idea what does flashing boot boot and those other stuff mean

then do everything said in this thread. No I can't
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Whats your present status??
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
4.3 JB.266 - No root, locked BL.
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
If it was unlocked bl then it was easy
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
the only key for 4.3 LB,its just 4.1+root+cwm...install rom+supersu+flash kernel+done..remove bloatware for better ram :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
What if I unlock BL?

I lose DRM keys. ok but what the hell are DRM keys......

Also it wipes my data right?

BTW, if I unlock I still need to install CWM?
[Xperia SP Android Development] Bazilli:
You cant use BE2 if u lose drm keys.
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Search it on xda

If u unlock bootloader means u can

Fastboot ADV-STOCK kernel(.266) which comes with cwm

Enter Recovery

Install rom and supersu

Done

Then if you want you can relock it again

Simle:p
[Xperia SP Android Development] Siddhesh:
Unlocking bootloader will permanently remove drm keys from your device but you can make backup of drm keys.

Drm keys are required to get a working bravia engine.

Yes it wipes internal sdcard

You can install a custom kernel which includes Cwm after unlocking Bootloader.
[Xperia SP Android Development] bero1608:
Thanks guys for replies. I can't do that. Doomlord is my only hope now.
[Xperia SP Android Development] freedom74:
How can you check if BraviaEngine is working or not?

I have unlocked bootloader but TrackID app works fine.
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Wont work for unlocked bl
[Xperia SP Android Development] Nanostray:
I don't think Doomlord will be releasing an exploit for 4.3 soon. And neither will other devs probably

Verstuurd vanaf mijn C5303 met Tapatalk
[Xperia SP Android Development] headbon3:
I have TrackID too bro and it works fine, can also download MUSIC INFO in WM...and my BL is unlocked (for now)[emoji16]
[Xperia SP Android Development] ehsan310:
Hello

I just flashed my phone via CWM and everything looked great , android booted and worked well,

But i have turned off my screen and then its not back on !!!!

I cant turn off or turn on my phone, its not going to any flashboot or flashmod or any adb mode!!!!

Also when i plug it to the charger LED doesn't turn on.

Anybody have any idea ? :( :crying:
[Xperia SP Android Development] headbon3:
Open the back cover and press the FORCE SHUTDOWN button using a pen or similar tool for 10secs. You will notice a vibration 3x to confirm that your phone is off. Then turn it back on...
[Xperia SP Android Development] donk165:
Just got this ROM installed, wow, Sony have got their stuff together with this new 201 firmware. I've installed it from .254 firmware, rooted but bootloader locked, just used Philz CWM and installed without a hitch.

Really impressed by it, injustice runs smooth and doesn't auto pause / crash after a fight or 2. Everything else feels snappier and the fixed lights pulse is great! Are you planning to make a PureXSP based off this firmware in the future?

Keep up the Good Work!
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Yes ofcourse mate

PureXSP v2 will be coming soon;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
OTA update coming up today

Features

-Latest Media apps From SONY

-In built SuperUser mod

-4.4.2 themes

-4.4.2 bootanimation

-Task-killer from Sony

-Build.prop tweaks

-Latest Xperia Home

-Latest Xposed Framework

-Will try to fix the Language and input fc in Settings

Stay tuned;)

I will try to keep it stock as much as possible for the people who love tweaked stock:)
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
thanks [MENTION=5440906]dipesh1502[/MENTION]

just a little request here..im using this 4.4 systemUi only on your rom,works perfect!no fc like others systemUI..check this out :thumbup::D

4.4 systemUI only (version 5.1)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
I know mate it works.

But i just wanna keep this rom stock with some latest apps:)
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
yup,clean stock will be nice :thumbup::D
[Xperia SP Android Development] artoseven:
hi friend...

can you give me setting.apk deodex???

thanks a lot
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
I am not at home now

Maybe someone will upload it for you:)
[Xperia SP Android Development] artoseven:
oh ... I'll wait later if do not mind ...
[Xperia SP Android Development] Zulfauzi:
here's the link setting.apk,just uploaded from mega

https://mega.co.nz/#!Lp43XAZZ!AcXowZjk_f65NcCa4Gb1KytJnz8-qdE_TJulHxAXAh0

---------- Post added at 04:20 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:11 AM ----------

@dipesh1502

file commander not included in this rom? :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Yep will add it in the update
[Xperia SP Android Development] artoseven:
thanks a lot bro...:D
[Xperia SP Android Development] Bazilli:
If that apk fixes both language + accounts fc, you should do flashable zip. :)
[Xperia SP Android Development] Depump:
Waitiing V.2 and purexp new version
[Xperia SP Android Development] headache59:
:lol:

don't know how many times I have downgraded in order to muck around with roms.

Now I simply backup my 4.1.2 (rooted+cwm) with CWM and install it back after I am tired of the rom...

With the .201, my 4.1.2 backup may now be redundant...:D

[but there is always a first time bricking the phone for noobs...happened to me - the trick: the magic of the "OFF" button, or the hard reset by pressing the OFF button with power button together (when the OFF button does not work)]
[Xperia SP Android Development] steiljeds:
I am fairly amazed by smoothness of this ROM. Having tried custom ROMs in this section, most of them staggered midway, this one is silky smooth.
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Thanks bro:);)
[Xperia SP Android Development] headache59:
With this update, how does differ from the forthcoming Pure XSP (which I am waiting for ;))? Or should I install this rather than wait for Pure XSP?

Looking forward to your work, man.

[I have installed purexperience last night, and I am impressed already (except systemui crashed when I loaded FTP server and I could not activate greenify and another appz thro "accessibility" in setting)]
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Patience is the key:P
[Xperia SP Android Development] headache59:
Take your time - always appreciate a stable system rather than a rushed one.
[Xperia SP Android Development] headbon3:
[MENTION=5440906]dipesh1502[/MENTION]

Just installed your rom bro..i flashed it again coz i lost my phone's IMEI after doing only cache and dalvic wipe. I don't know what happened but formatting the 3 partitions solved the glitch. Now, i'm testing and using your rom. Will post back for bugs (if any).
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
I dont know what causes this imei thing:-S
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
After using the phone for 1 day

I can say that batttery is really improved:)

Well done sony
[Xperia SP Android Development] headbon3:
Same here bro...with data always on. For an hour, battery consumption is a whooping 3% (walkman playing + v4a app). Good job...
[Xperia SP Android Development] coombes69:
I got fed up of waiting for EE to provide an update and chose this ROM to try out.

Mostly all is working great and much better than the stock 4.1.2.

Apart from the already mentioned bug in the settings menu i do have another one.

PPTP VPN will not connect, have tried 3 different servers including my works and home router.

The router logs say authenticated and connected, the phone just says connecting.... and eventually times out.

There were reports for this problem in the .266 update so i assume this is something that Sony need to fix but was wondering if anything could be done as i use this feature a lot.
[Xperia SP Android Development] kimikim0:
it say i dont have sim card ? help , also the baseband in setting is empty :crying::crying:
[Xperia SP Android Development] headbon3:
Do this;

Reboot to recovey, use cwm touch...format all 3 partitions ei: system, data and cache, then flash rom. You'll get your signal back + the baseband. This problem seems to be caused by the recovery being used. I had an xperia mini and did not face problems like this on xsp.
[Xperia SP Android Development] kimikim0:
by doing this step all the data on sdcard or ex sdcard be deleted ?
[Xperia SP Android Development] mrhnet:
This imei losing thing is plaguing me too :( What recovery did u use? Philz? (Just for the record).
[Xperia SP Android Development] kimikim0:
still the same, hmmm
[Xperia SP Android Development] rassiuz:
I'm on 4.1.2 fw 2.254 rooted+cwm touch

How can I flash this rom ?

Any detail instruction ?

Are the bugs on .266 all gone/fixed yet ?
[Xperia SP Android Development] sandymac:
Was looking to install this as am fed up waiting for T-Mobile to update but just want to clarify regarding the fc that people are experiencing. Would like to know if they did a factory reset or just wiped cache and dalvik cache. Is it possible that fc's are caused by retaining apps and settings?

---------- Post added at 01:58 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:51 PM ----------

The instructions are contained in the OP. ;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] coombes69:
The FC's happen even with a full wipe as i did but as another member has posted these settings can be changed via the default xperia keyboard.

The next update should fix this.
[Xperia SP Android Development] Faryad:
Making Sure

Hi and many thanks for your great super-speed work on this new update. This is what I really need since I could not update via OTA (signature verification error in CWM).

I have read all the posts, and know that installing your ROM does not touch any data on the device. But since my phone data are extremely important for me and my family, and I have never heard such thing before (i.e. installing another ROM without data loss!!), I just wanted to make sure flashing your ROM via recovery does not touch any of my apps and the data on my phone running on the following spec.

So here are my spec:

C5303 - 12.1.A.0.266 on 4.3JB - 3.4.0-pref-g8b2dbcd..... kernel - unlocked BL with CWM-based Recovery v6.0.4.6

That's all I think! Thanks in advance and appologizes if my question is redundant. :)
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Feel free to ask questions

the updater-script has the commands of wiping the system folder only

so only thing that will be wiped is the system folder

Data and user settings will be retained as they do not come in the system folder

so dont worry data will be retained

the data will be wiped only if you manually wipe it in the recovery

HAPPY FLASHING
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Already fixed it.

Will post the update in the next hour:laugh::good:
[Xperia SP Android Development] coombes69:
How does OTA update work then in your rom?

This is my first custom rom so im unsure what i need to run to download update. (assuming not via 'Software Update') ?
[Xperia SP Android Development] Faryad:
Thanks for the quick reply.

So I will flash it RIGHT NOW!!! :)
[Xperia SP Android Development] sandymac:
Excellent news. Will it be OTA or zip? Just want to know on whether to wait or start by flashing current build. ;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
No its not via software

i will make a update.zip

will post the download link

you have to download it and flash it

and there you go
[Xperia SP Android Development] coombes69:
Thanks. do you know if there is anything that can be done about the VPN issue?
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Whats the issue?:-o
[Xperia SP Android Development] coombes69:
PPTP VPN will not connect, have tried 3 different servers including my works and home router.

The router logs say authenticated and connected, the phone just says connecting.... and eventually times out.

There was a report of this on another forum for .266

It worked great in 4.1.2
[Xperia SP Android Development] igor_anta:
I have a pretty big issue. When I launch the rom my SIM card is not detected and I can't do anything about it :(

What am I doing wrong? I went from CM10.1 to the latest eXistenz then to this and the issue appeared, then flashed CM11 right after and it was fine. So the problem is only with this.

Might have been simply a faulty flash, might be just my bad, but I'm asking cause it might be a step I missed or something else.

Good job on the rom btw, it's always good to have a pure stock rom with root. Cheers!
[Xperia SP Android Development] coombes69:
See Below
[Xperia SP Android Development] mrhnet:
I got things back to normal by flashing a rom ftf by flashtool.

Btw, did you use Philz recovery to flash the ROM (which caused loss of baseband)?
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Just a suggestion try using TWRP

As niaboc suggested me
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
SO as per the promise i am back with a small OTA update

SO HERES THE CHANGELOG

*Latest Media apps(Walkman,album)

*Tried To fix The BE2

*Added Task Killer

*Fixed The Language and input fc

*Added Xposed Installer And Gravity Box

*Added 4.4.2 Themes

*Added 4.4.2 Bootanimation(Blue)

*Added SuperUser Mod

*Added Advanced Reboot Menu

*Added Build.prop tweaks

*Didnt Add Latest Home due to some issue(Promise it in the next update)

Thats all for now Hope You Like It:):):):):):):):):):):)

Download Link-http://www.mediafire.com/download/tlr7go329t290ns/Update1.zip

Just flash via recovery
[Xperia SP Android Development] sandymac:
Original installed successfully, followed by update1. Well done - the easiest update ever :laugh:

And just to confirm that language and input working perfectly now.

Just noticed one minor issue when testing. The NFC icon does not show on status bar but NFC works OK. ;)
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Edit build.prop

Ro.nfc.icon.enable-true
[Xperia SP Android Development] sandymac:
Thanks. Done. :good:
[Xperia SP Android Development] axiopolis:
everything is fine just usb settings restart the phone

Thank you very very much. keyboard setting is working very well nou but when i try to enter in USB settings the phone imediately restarting. But is not a big deal at all compare to the other features added. Keep Up the very good work:good: An thanks again you are marvelous!!!!!!!
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Edit Your signature

xperia sp is C5303:p:p:p
[Xperia SP Android Development] sandymac:
Oooooops :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] Bazilli:
Anybody else have that usb bug? I was going to flash but i need usb connection.
[Xperia SP Android Development] dipesh1502:
Who told usb connection doesnt work?

It works.

Just cant access it from settings
[Xperia SP Android Development] regentonne:
hey guys,

quick question, cause i'm new to all this flashing thing...

got XSP, LB, .254, root...

understood the OP manual... just a few quick questions:

1. just copy the ZIPs to the "internal" memory? oder is "SD" also possible?

2. do i have to "unzip" or just leave them as they are?

3. do i have to "flash" with "TWRP"(is it "install" then?) / "CMR" or do i have to use "flashtool"? in case of "TWRP/CMR"... which one is better?

4. first ROM, then SUPER SU -> reboot -> then UPDATE 1... or is it possible to flash UPDATE 1 without to reboot before?

sorry for all these Qs... but i fear killing my beautiful little phone :D
[Xperia SP Android Development] Faryad:
You are the best!! I flashed it. It is really amazing! Thanks! :laugh::angel::)