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[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] visitor29:
Just someones posted apk here and end of story can or can't.
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
sorry phone not rooted ,so i cant. can t you install it from gg play?
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] visitor29:
This is what I'm getting in play
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
weird, if you clic here from pc? :

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sonymobile.camera.addon.livefromsonyxperia
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] visitor29:
same
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
Are you in germany?

Envoyé de mon D6503 en utilisant Tapatalk
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] visitor29:
Ireland and phone is unbranded
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] Ben Ling:
Well when i click download,it says "The item you were attempting to purchase could not found"
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] CM17X:
Post the apk, dude!
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] iRimas:
can you please post the apk please.. thank you
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
Tell me how pull it from unrooted z2 and i do it

Envoyé de mon D6503 en utilisant Tapatalk
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] ernyrsg:
Use ApkShare... From Play Store...
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
Thxx for the tip.

Here we go, you are welcome to use thank button ;)

http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2801671&d=1402931186

Envoyé de mon D6503 en utilisant Tapatalk
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] poo-tang:
Nice work but need permissions to download on link. If rename extention apk to zip or just pack it you will be able to attach on your Xda post :).

Much appreciated for effort :)
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
hi,

i just set it to public, should be ok now
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
here is the apk in attachement
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
does it work for you guys?
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] Ben Ling:
nope its not working,it says not signing in.
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
Weird, works perfectly here

Envoyé de mon D6503 en utilisant Tapatalk
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] ogunja:
Said to have problems with Google Play Services, I thought it would work.

Error!
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
did you enable streaming in your youtube account?

read this post:

http://no-comp.net/blog/broadcast-live-youtube-smartphone/
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] ogunja:
Thanks Bro, activated the stream on Youtube and it worked ... lool
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
good one!!

give it a try and tell me if you face big latency.

i have maybe 30 sec delay
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] olokos:
It also works on the Z1!
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] ernyrsg:
Great dude!!! Working as a charm on my Xperia Z1!!! Glad ApkShare worked!!!
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] androidizen:
No luck on non-sony devices

Just tried to install this on a HTC One M8 Stock and get an "APK not installed" just for those that feel like trying it on a non-sony device looks like it's a non-starter for now.
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] CM17X:
This live testimonial should be In the OP.
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] rombo2006:
hello,

could anyone help me with enabling something in youtube account? what and where i have to enable? thx a lot
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
read that post

http://no-comp.net/blog/broadcast-live-youtube-smartphone/
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] adz63:
there's nothing to read
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] ernyrsg:
Search for Ogunja's post, with pictures, for tutorial at this link...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2769733&page=4
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
You have to type blog in the CLI ?

Sorry but i love cli

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[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] 5ect0r:
port

can you port this to standalone app working with stock 4.1.2 ?
[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
U need sony magic cam framework for run this addon

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[Xperia Z2 Themes and Apps] nocomp:
pitty the stm 10 external microphone is not compatible with it :(

check what you get:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNXxranAPX8

simply awfull
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] matemusic:
Hey!

I modified SystemUI to get transparent statusbar with brightness slider, so i am sharing it with you.

You need a rooted device. I am not responsible for bricked devices or any other problems, so please make a backup.

HOW TO:

push

android.policy.jar to system/framework

systemUI.apk to system/app

set permissions to rw-r-r

Files:

android.policy.jar

systemUI.apk

SCREENSHOTS
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] lokitooxd:
You can make transparent panel notification?
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] matemusic:
I think yes, when i'll have time
[Xperia Z2 General] 5nakedoc:
As every other country seems to have one, I thought I would start a British one. Loving my Z2 but I do have a few small issues which I hope will be resolved with software updates. Sometimes when I'm listening to music, the Track ID app would randomly open. I have removed this app. Today, Sony connect kept launching for no reason. My Phone had been "up" for 355 hours so I rebooted which seems to have resolved this issue. Still no sign of software update. I am currently on .55.

I came from the S3 as I was uninspired by the S5 but there are a few things I miss, such as having the settings menu from the bottom left key. I also do not like the way notifications and short cuts are split up. I am yet to test the waterproofing but am looking forward to taking some under water photos when I go on holiday later in the year.

Your impressions of the phone? What do you like and dislike about it? Have you had your free speaker yet?
[Xperia Z2 General] HOmERCIdAL:
The only issue I have had with my contract phone from 3 Uk is that it has froze 3 times in two days which required me to hold power and the volume up to reboot it.

It may have just been a rogue app misbehaving as it hasn't happened again.

There is an annoying nag with Audio sync issue when shooting 4K. I have a genuine Sandisk SDXC class 10 card which should be fast enough but there is clearly a audio lag of a second. It is also there when choosing internal storage too so it isnt the card.

I too came from the S3. Didn't like lagwiz but did like the community on here for flashing Roms. I suppose I really wanted, as close to, a stock Android experience and Sony has done a good job.
[Xperia Z2 General] Stalkalainen:
I too came from a S3. I was running CM nightlies and got fed up of the poor camera (not cm's fault) and lack of device support.

On a sim only 3 UK handset.

One niggle I have is the lack of full screen widgets, or at least no option to make them go full screen.

For example dashclock starts minimized which I found really annoying. To remedy this I am using Acdisplay which handles notifications really well. Be warned it does conflict with lightflow. I like it as it adds a screen before my pin where I can preview messages et al and launch directly into the app when sliding up.

I also really miss full screen artwork when playing music as well.

Apart from this I am pretty happy with the handset, I haven't felt the need to swap to a custom launcher yet nor have I had the need to flash and get on a non-UK .402 release just to be "the most up to date"
[Xperia Z2 General] waynekirby:
Nice thread, just received my 2nd Z2 a couple of hours ago, my previous one had the 'multiple touch issue'. Couldn't even text on it. I'm hoping that this one doesn't decided to go crazy one me...

Edit: I'm also with 3 and I received my BT speaker today as well. A black one too, kinda wanted a white one with me getting the white phone, but I'm not too bothered.
[Xperia Z2 General] 5nakedoc:
I got my free speaker today and I am well impressed! Been listening to my music at work and it has a lovely bass sound.
[Xperia Z2 General] guhvanoh:
I decided to keep my S3 and donated my Z to a niece. Loving the Z2 and waiting a bit before I root it.
[Xperia Z2 General] mujj:
Confirmed update stock branded O2 UK
[Xperia Z2 General] Stalkalainen:
Ah congrats!

I have no idea what 3 are like with updates. If the unbranded FTF before becomes available I may flash that
[Xperia Z2 General] poo-tang:
Great thread, now I can say what I think about these country specific monstrositys as it's my right to be here in the British section :).

Time to tread carefully so not to offend or have the race card mentioned but..

I have always disliked the fact other countries decide even though XDA is an English speaking communitie and every user has a common interest, they must be different and have there own threads. It kinda disappoints me that no moderator can stand up and say enough is enough, we are all Android enthusiastics here so let's not discriminate against others and be the one community that can join together as a hole.

I understand about the fragmentation in Android but does it need to effect the XDA forums too?
[Xperia Z2 General] Kamran9558:
I had the similar freeze issues on my 3 firmware, flashed a generic UK FW and everything is perfect since then. Give it a try. I even got few gigs of extra space on my phone memory which was filled by junk apps.

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As far as I understand , the point of country specific threads is to discuss issues like shipping info, special country specific offers, country related firmwares and operator issues which are of no benefit to anyone from any other country. They are not to discriminate rather they try to streamline certain problems. :)
[Xperia Z2 General] rowlers:
Coming from S3 too!

Still on .55 firmware, but I'll be rooting ASAP, well as soon as know I have no immediate h/w issues.

I too miss quick access to the settings, but I'll get used to it.

I also miss being able to switch to 2g, maybe this comes with the .402 update?

Look forward to a busy Z2 forum ;)
[Xperia Z2 General] strommy1966:
Great idea for this a British thread ! i came from a rooted S2 running Omega V23 ROM and an Apollo Kernel. Had the phone for 3yrs . i like the size of the Z2 .. but not happy about the screen. i use the phone outside a lot and on a bright day i find it almost impossible to see the screen. The camera on the Z2 is fantastic ! :D such an improvement over my old S2 . i tend to find i loose the wifi signal on the Z2 a fair bit . checking emails it will just loose the connection. i am still on .55 will flash updates soon and see if it corrects the wifi issue . i hope soon that a way will be found to back up the TA partition so DRM keys can be saved . we shall see . :good:
[Xperia Z2 General] ProdigalFather:
As a tri-citizen of the United States, Canada and the UK I am very conflicted...

Sent from my XPERIA Z2
[Xperia Z2 General] Q.Entity:
I hope you don't pay taxes in all 3 ...

Sendt fra Q XPERIA Z2 D6503
[Xperia Z2 General] King Cole:
Cheers to that. Dual citizen (UK and 'Murica) here!
[Xperia Z2 General] ProdigalFather:
Haha.. I have income in two of the three countries - so yes I pay tax in two countries. No income in Canada so no tax there!

Cheers pal!

Seeing as I permanently reside in the UK - I think this thread is for me. I've moved from the iPhone to the Samsung Galaxy S2/3/4 and now onto the Z2. I can honestly say this is the best phone I have ever owned! Battery life, camera, size, premium feel, what more can I ask for? Got a SmartWatch 2 to go with it and I love the combination, along with my new bluetooth speakers (free thanks to 3!) and of course the Google Ecosystem which keeps me connected everywhere to everything work and personal.

Love this thread too by the way :cyclops:
[Xperia Z2 General] 5nakedoc:
I'm liking the love lol. I too am thinking of getting a smart watch. What do we think of the Sony? Are they a waste of money and just a gimmick?
[Xperia Z2 General] Q.Entity:
The one that came with my Z1 was never used. Just not much a watch person and don't want one more thing to remember to charge...

Incidentally, I don't live in the UK but since all my phones come from Clove, I think I can participate on this thread ;)

Sendt fra Q XPERIA Z2 D6503
[Xperia Z2 General] Devzz:
Hey guys,

I was just wondering if anyone here could tell me what the official length of support for the Xperia Z line is please? Obviously I got the Z2 but after reading about Xperia and how Sony properly over the past few weeks, I see they said they are now to release a new phone/flagship every 6 months. I have a feeling I *may* have made a mistake getting this phone in that case! Unless someone can confirm Sony has a 18-24 month support on devices in the UK, I don't see why I should keep a phone that may be redundant in the next 10 months regardless of development support.

Thanks in advance!
[Xperia Z2 General] waynekirby:
They've always had 1/2 year flagships, I wouldn't worry about it

2011 - Arc > Arc S

2012 - S > T

2013 - Z > Z1

2014 - Z2 >??

Recently they've not been so bad with updating older phones, some delay at times. But nothing to worry about IMO
[Xperia Z2 General] Devzz:
Thanks for your reply! Yeah I understand what you mean but what does it look like in your opinion in terms of this time next year-ish? This phone is overkill in terms of being able to run the next few Android versions so I do hope it will be supported at least till Sept 2015. :fingers-crossed:

Edit: Nevermind, I had a look at past devices, particularly the Z and it looks like it has been updated from 4.1.2 to 4.4 with 4.4 rolling out ~end of may. 14-ish months is good enough support I guess :)
[Xperia Z2 General] One Twelve:
18 months seems to be the norm with flagships. Sony and samsung keep to it. LG does not. And iIts a different story with midrange and lower down.

Did you notice in the opening pages there were a few S3 users that upgraded to Z2 ? why'd you think.

Samsung refused to update S3 to 4.4. Once the S5 dropped there was no more support for the S3.

It's times like this that you wonder whether CM could pick up the slack. Not quite given a couple of posts i read earlier.
[Xperia Z2 General] guhvanoh:
Finally got the ota 402 upgrade. Patiently waiting for a nice root where I get to keep my TA image...
[Xperia Z2 General] guhvanoh:
Root is now here. I'll probably take the jump in a few days... No rush yet
[Xperia Z2 General] MadManMark:
Be more worried about the performance of your phone after the update, speaking from my experience on the Xperia P anyway
[Xperia Z2 General] valdigre:
Hey guys,

I am thinking about getting a Vodafone Z2 version in Ireland but I am not sure if I will be able to flash stock unbranded firmware without doing any magic, like unlocking bootloaders etc?

Also, do you know where you can download Vodafone firmware to flash the Z2 (if necessary)? I presume UK and Irish is different software, but is there any online source?
[Xperia Z2 General] craig432:
Hi everyone, got my z2 a couple of days ago on three. Flashed unbranded firmware as soon as I got home. This phone is amazing.
[Xperia Z2 General] murrayalex:
Has anyone in the UK tried that one-click root apk file thing that came out very recently? I used it last week on my Z and ZL and it worked fine, just installed the apk file to the sd card and ran it from there. As I only got my Z2 3 days ago I'm a bit apprehensive about trying it.
[Xperia Z2 General] packetlos:
Go for it, you can always easily flash back to stock for warranty purposes if needs be. I used one of the easy root kits on 402.
[Xperia Z2 General] JackHanAnLG:
I too came from a galaxy S3. Like most people, I hated touchwiz.

The problems I'm having with my z2 are just do irritating.

1. The soft keys at the button lag when you press them

2. I've owned a Sony xperia z ultra and this z2 and on both the first initial charge was great ( 7.5 hours screen on time ) and now I'm lucky to get 5 with all the power saving features on. Why is that? I'm not doing anything different. Same apps and I use them the same everyday.

3. The water proof flaps are a bit low end. They close but I really don't trust them

Most of these can be fixed with a software update but I'm not sure don't seem to care. Actually they don't they've already teased the Z3. Goodbye software updates for their "flagship" phone

As much as I love Sony's design and camera I think my next phone will be either a HTC or LG because I'm sick of the constant problems

J

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Works without fault. I didn't even put the apk on the phone
[Xperia Z2 General] guhvanoh:
Four XP reinstallations later and I'm still not rooted by any of the methods posted. Having serious problems with adb denied. Adb will work from cmd manually sometimes, but will b0rk from everything else. Flashtool fails. Woe is me... Going to try one last time when I get home tonight. Might be a driver issue tho I'm not sure. Adb works fine with my SGS3. Ramble over...
[Xperia Z2 General] guhvanoh:
I bit the bullet and used my Linux box instead. It feels good to have root...
[Xperia Z2 General] CaptainRap:
Got My Z2 last month, my first ever android phone, been iPhone since 2007....feels gooooood.

Rooting however is another matter, major issues on mac with ./bspatch.mac issues, can't post in dev thread a sI lurk and don't talk much, so about time I started I guess.

Good Day Sir
[Xperia Z2 General] bombdog:
I know, I know I should just flash a generic rom image.. I know I should just root and stick a custom on, but I have decided that the stock rom/kernel at the moment is pretty stable and TBH I thought I'd go Sony vanilla for a while. BUT with that being said has anyone (on Three UK) had a update past .55 yet or is it simply not happening? If other devices are getting 4.4.4 over the next month, it's annoying we are still stuck on 4.4.2
[Xperia Z2 General] guhvanoh:
Not sure what 438 is but my Dixons Carphone Z2 is on 402. Not that this helps in any way...
[Xperia Z2 General] stinkypoo:
Sold mine as I just couldn't stand seeing the digitiser every time we had some sun and don't miss it one bit the s5 screen blows it out of the water mind you I have a g3 coming tomorrow
[Xperia Z2 General] 5nakedoc:
I got the .314 update on Three a day or so ago and so far it's quite good. I no longer get the issue when listening to music, the lock screen showing the previous track that played. I prefer the look of the background for contacts with no photo. The M Tickets app crashed a bit today but that could be due to the app. Seems to charge faster and is overall, an improvement.
[Xperia Z2 General] BanziBaby:
I have been checking PC Companion software for the update but nothing yet, mind you I flashed the UK generic 402 firmware. I always thought Sony were supposed to be better with the updates but now see that the Z1 has 4.4.4 but the flagship Z2 still has 4.4.2.
[Xperia Z2 General] ghostofcain:
Another S3 refugee here, glad to see some familiar faces about. I got the Z2 as I was sick of constantly worrying over where I could charge the S3, and frankly loving it. Mines an unbranded UK handset currently running 402 (and of course rooted with easy root).
[Xperia Z2 General] TheSupernova:
Does anyone here in the UK own an unbranded, sim-free Sony Xperia Z2?

Model number D6503?

Build number 17.1.1.A.0.402?

I do to all of the above.

Now according to the Sony Xperia Z2 webpage on the Sony Mobile website the current and latest software for the Z2 is 17.1.2.A.0.314 yet i am STILL stuck on 402! Does anyone else have the same problem? Does anyone know what's going on or can explain why the UK is so far behind everyone else?

I'm sure it was 3/4 weeks ago when build number 314 came out and i check regularly and there's still nothing on my phone. The last update i received to upgrade to 402 came via OTA. Yet nothing has appeared for 314. I'm so frustrated!!!

The only reason i purchased the Z2 sim-free was because i expected Sony to give us the updates first before all the carrier-branded Z2's but this doesn't seem to be the case.

How long must we wait for this??? Are there any Sony insiders here or anyone from Sony UK who can advise? This shouldn't be happening!
[Xperia Z2 General] jonmorris:
It's been some time now since SIM free/unbranded models got updates first. In fact, it seems to be happening for other manufacturers too.

I presume operators now demand updates more quickly (the opposite of what they did before, when many were happy not to do updates at all) and so are pushed up the list.

Just get any FTF you want and flash it yourself.
[Xperia Z2 General] knoxploration:
Don't you have to unlock and invalidate your warranty to flash firmware from another region? Sorry if it's a dumb question, this is my first Sony phone and with HTC, you certainly did. (Couldn't even root without unlocking and invalidating your warranty.)
[Xperia Z2 General] jonmorris:
No, it's a very straight forward flash (as if you did it officially - difference being you might be putting on a Generic Europe ROM, or one from Asia or Russia).

You get the Flashtool app (http://www.flashtool.net/index.php), download a ROM (.FTF file) from one of the many threads in this section, and then update - opting to do a full wipe or keep the data intact. The ROM will be around 1GB and the update time will maybe be 15 minutes or so.

If the ROM you choose doesn't get updated quickly next time, just swap to another.

There ARE some variations. Some will have the NFC logo on when enabled (others keep it hidden). Some also show the mobile data icon on the same basis. Some will show LTE instead of 4G. Some ROMs may have pre-loaded apps that can be deleted easily enough.

Ultimately, no warranty is lost and you can get the update straight away.
[Xperia Z2 General] gibbo82:
Same model no, and build number as you mate. Nothing here
[Xperia Z2 General] JJD809:
I have a sim-free phone; bought it off amazon and currently on 402. Previous phone was the James Bond model Xperia T. I'm on O2. I've rooted the phone using towelroot and removed all the crapware using System app remover (root) by Jumobile. (look it up on google play store).

Phone is ok but I have 2 annoying issues. First problem is the poor phone signal compared with the Xperia T. In places where I had phone signal with the T, I don't have no signal whatsoever with this phone so cannot make or receive any calls. This is on the same network as before and using same sim card.

Next issue that can be a bit annoying is that frequently when hovering a finger just above the screen, but not touching the screen at all, the application, or icon that is directly below that finger would lauch. Not sure if the screen is overly sensitive or if the radiating heat from my finger is enough to simulate a screen press but that's what happens...

In the past I normally downloaded random ftf files to flash the phone when new updates comes out, and then I look at the file size. The smallest one usually have the least crapware and that suits me fine. I tend to favour the German or Central European builds. However, as I understand it the Russian version currently have minimal bloatware for this model so might give that one a go.

Ps. In general it really doesnt matter which region you install, simply select English as language with the initial phone setup and Bob's your uncle. The scary talk about voiding warranties is highly overrated imho as face it, who ever makes a warantly claim due to software issues? Most claims are generally physical damage to the phone...
[Xperia Z2 General] TheSupernova:
Have just read that a new software build number for the Z2 has been certified, a 17.1.2.A.0.323.

Right, so i'm on 402 at the moment and the current build 17.1.2.A.0.314 i still haven't got and no idea when i will and now this new one. So if this new software update comes out in the next week or so my UK sim-free Z2 will be 2 software updates behind everyone else. Nice work Sony!
[Xperia Z2 General] knoxploration:
Appreciate the info, that's *very* interesting. Might have to give this a go, then!
[Xperia Z2 General] guhvanoh:
There's another way to look at it: everyone outside the UK is acting as a beta tester for you! It's either that or we're everyone's poor cousin, the one that never gets invited to the good parties...