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[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
I'm just hoping that it fixes the wifi connection problem.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] xPandamon:
The one where your wifi drops after few days without a reboot or the one with random disconnects?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Both :mad:
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
trouble flashing

I'm having trouble flashing the firmware downloaded from XperiFirm.

After downloading Cutomized SG 47.2.A.0.306 version firmware, i started flashing like i always do with flashtool, and i get an "No flash script found. Flash script is mandatory" error.

Anyone that faced the same problem could tell me what it is?

Thank you.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] xPandamon:
This from the Sony mobile forum helped me with the first one. It came back for a few days i think but it works fine again:

Hello.

I found a solution that helped for my Xperia XZ1 (G8341) Wi-Fi issues. Try it, maybe it works for You too.

Don't need to reset Your Wi-Fi router.

First of all, it's always a good idea to reset Your current network settings in Your phone:

SETTINGS > SYSTEM > RESET > Reset network settings

After that, reboot Your phone and connect to Your Wi-Fi network as always.

Now, go to:

SETTINGS > Network & internet > Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi preferences > Advanced

and set:

Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep to: ALWAYS

Network rating provider to: NONE

Now is the most important part. You must enable Developer options in Your phone. To do that, go into:

SETTINGS > SYSTEM > About phone

Scroll down the screen and tap several times (7) on: Build number option at the bottom of the screen. If everything is ok, You will see a message: You are a developer now!.

Back to the previous screen (System) and check if the new sub-menu appears: {} Developer options.

In Developer options, localize the Networking section. Set the following options to OFF(!):

Aggressive Wi-Fi to mobile handover

Always allow Wi-Fi Roam Scans

Mobile data always active

That's all. On these settings, my Wi-Fi issues not appears anymore. Working both Wi-Fi and mobile connections with no problems.

If all is ok, turn the Developer options to OFF.

Rebooting is your only option for the second one so far but it's not that bad, luckily.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
WOOW! Such a detailed tutorial for the problem! I have already tried many solutions but not the developer networking section. Thank you very much. :)
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] c_tho:
noob question: if i use xperifirm to download and install pie, will i stop getting OTA security patch updates?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] manuerduarte:
Update to pie, hate the navbar changing color to white in some apps, open the keyboard and bar turn black, minimize the keyboard and turn white again

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Hate the navbar changing color to white in apps
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] t020608:
Did you apply any theme?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] manuerduarte:
I try many and finally find one that let the navbar black

Is Black Theme XZ3
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] huxim:
rename the script file to 47.2.fsc

C:\Users\yourusername\.flashTool\devices\G84XX
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] c_tho:
installed! time for my first bug: anyone else got weird/inconsistent behaviour of the home button theming? see attached. specifically the ring around the home button icon doesn't seem to match what's going on with the rest of the icons.

i only ask cos i'm concerned it might be to do with uninstalling the default xperia themes to use substratum on oreo. probably not though? idk.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day.

The solution was so simple!

I already tried several solutions from other posts without results. My next step was format my pc :laugh:.

Thank you very much.

(PIE, here i go!)
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] manuerduarte:
same problem here, i installed Black Oreo Theme, and the app "Navbar Apps" set static color to black and disable change color animation, now the navbar works fine
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Firestarter:
Super happy with Android Pie but With this rom nightmode disappeared (again). Anyone have a workaround for this?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Alaa | Google Android:
Moved to the " developers options "

Sony ???*♂️
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] iSilens:
I've found the Pix3lify magisk module enables it, but it also caused a crash any time I unlock the phone.

This however was quickly resolved by the dev
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] quack3d:
Anyone tried enabling night light tile in Pie? https://xdaforums.com/crossdevice-dev/sony-themes-apps/oreo-enable-night-light-tile-t3713021
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Bartekreaper:
Its Pie not Oreo. Andromeda worked only on 8.0 but Substratum works always and everywhere - root needed tho. But we have easy way to get it now without losing warranty :) https://xdaforums.com/xperia-xz1-compact/development/devonly-exploits-temp-root-to-backup-t3795510

Also the ring is from Google App/Assisstant ;)
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] FlorianSSJ:
Does Pie finally bring ful Camera API2 support, like RAW compatibility and GCam mod?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Alaa | Google Android:
The raw still
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] danish0175:
there is no raw compatibility
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] ParkourPaul:
What about manual camera settings? Do we have longer than the 1 second exposure?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] c_tho:
we do not, no. still max 1 second i'm afraid.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] ParkourPaul:
Well that sucks. Full camera2api is the only thing holding this a device back as being the perfect handset for me, and many others I believe. What a shame Sony refuses to listen to it's users.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] maaakn:
Yes Camera working fine :)
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] c_tho:
great point! might take the plunge this evening, wish me luck
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Pickx:
No there are few more issues that make custom ROMs a pain to use (for example the SD card write support). If these things are fixed in Pie then custom ROM support would improve immensely.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] arslancn:
its only TA backup/restore method, there is no way to relock bootloader on our devices for now. so if you use this method, it will void your warranty
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] c_tho:
yeah i got mine as a cheap grey import over a year ago, i am preeetty sure i'm out of warranty (hence the plunge-taking)
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Dany XP:
Name of that beautiful material wallpaper and icon pack please?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] FlorianSSJ:
Can you take HDR+ and portraits with it?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] maaakn:
I am having problem with aptx Which reverts back to 44 .1 hz ( from 48.0 hz).

I didn't have this problem using Android Oreo.

Any suggestions? Yes I am playing hi-res audio 24/96. I've tried wiping cache and cleaning bluetooth data but no..

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Hdr works fine.. :))

Took printscreen insider Camera app..

http://www.bilddump.se/bilder/20181114162810-2.65.40.42.png

http://www.bilddump.se/bilder/20181114162924-2.65.40.42.png
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Tudor M:
Hello, guys!

I have 2 questions:

1. How do I know what is my current software's market(from XperiFirm)?

considering SV is:

1307-7511_47.1.A.16.20

GLOBAL-LTE4A - user

and Customization:

1310-4373_R6B

2. Anyone from Europe that got the OTA update for xz1 Compact and that are not from Russia?

It takes a little bit too long to spread. How much time do you think it is still needed?

p.s. As I said in another post, Apple's approach here is a bit better: fixed date for global rollout, not phased rollout. If anyone knows the reason, I would be very happy to hear it.

Thanks a lot.

Cheers! :D
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] TheArt.:
I am curious, too. Can somebody test? I heard that Night Mode is now present in developer options, but it is not working. I am a huge user of that, so I waiting to upgrade because of this.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] FlorianSSJ:
I wasn’t talking about the regular HDR on the pre installed Camera app, but about HDR+ on Google Camera Mod!
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] maaakn:
Hello, i just downloaded Singapore Customized. Runs great. See pic:

http://www.bilddump.se/bilder/20181114225214-2.65.40.42.jpg

47.1.A.16.20 is Oreo.

What you want is

*.306

which is Android Pie 9.0

Im from Sweden, and i guess as long its Customized, it doesnt matter. So try it. Backup first ..(anything can happen)

Singapore runs fine. Go for it :)

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Doesnt work..

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Aaha. ok. I try for you. Hold on.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] c_tho:
icon pack is called phix, here's a link to the wallpaper. :)
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] mhaha:
I don't think we'll ever get to know the real reason(s), but popular theories include:

Ability to monitor for critical issues that weren't caught in internal QA testing, and in case something major does pop up, be able to prevent the issue from spreading across the entire user base and thus minimize the overall impact.

Optimize/lighten the load on the FOTA servers. Imagine millions of users simultaneously trying to download hundreds of MB (or gigabytes), I doubt the experience would be great for anyone. Sure, they could probably distribute the load by using services from professional third party providers, but I guess it's either not economical, or compounded by other reasons to make it unfeasible.

Some variants may need additional certification/verification from parties out of their control, such as carriers, or government bodies for certain regions.

They just don't give a **** about you
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Dany XP:
Just wanted to let u know guys, I am in Italy and Pie has arrived OTA here too!

1519,7 MB, build 47.2.A.0.306.

Installing now!

P. S. The screen DOES flash white in selfie mode. I read in previous posts somebody said it doesn't. Well he was wrong.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Tudor M:
I agree that this sounds like a problem, but if you compare the market share of Apple iPhones vs Sony phones.... Then, the number of customers receiving the update should not be an issue. :))

*also considering the fact that Pie, for example rolls out only for 3 models at one time.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] mhaha:
I'm not saying I agree with Sony's strategy, nor am I defending it, but in the end it's just different approaches to the same problem.

Apple's model may work for them, but it won't necessarily translate to the same positive experience if adopted by other companies.

Apparently, it isn't a superior one size fits all solution, otherwise everybody would be doing it, there would be no reason not to if it's better.

For example, consider how Microsoft manages its Windows updates. It sure as hell isn't a simultaneous global launch.

Of course it would be nice if everybody can get updates on day 1 without issues, but in the real world, it doesn't work like that.

They must have lots of good reasons to not do it that way, and similarly, Sony likely have their own (hopefully solid and reasonable) considerations for the gradual release.

If you aren't happy with Sony's roll out method, write them an angry letter to voice your dissatisfaction, or maybe start a thread on their official support forums to garner more attention from other users.

It's kind of pointless to discuss it here since we don't know the real reasons they're not doing it like Apple.

You should also keep in mind that Apple usually operates on a completely different playing field.

They command enormous leverage powers in multiple industries, not to mention the insane margins they're able to make.

Therefore, they can afford the luxury of options that simply aren't available or possible for other companies.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] tonsofquestions:
This other thread here:

https://xdaforums.com/xperia-xz1-co...ndroid-pie-t3868030/post78180844#post78180844

outlining some problems folks have had is also a great reason to do a slow rollout....
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] beowafle:
Is it true that there is now a 30 step volume control?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] c_tho:
yep! combined with the vertical volume slider this system is much improved imo
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Wyzco:
Can anyone with stock Pie rom Framework post the apk please

it can be found here.

/system/framework/framework-res.apk
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] maaakn:
My selfie Camera works fine..no.white flashes
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Dany XP:
Did u enable sreen flash? In the upper corner?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day.

I am searching for a PIE ROM with the GSM(2g) prefered network type.

I already flashed several version from different country, like the French, Italian, even Belenux and Taiwan. None of those has GSM only option. Just 3g prefered/2g

Anyone here has a version with the GSM only option?

Thank you.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] mlleemiles:
My SG customized version has 2G only.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day.

I have tried the SG Costumized and still no 2g only option :(.

Strange!

What could it be?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] TheArt.:
On Oreo I have 2G only, too. You had it on Oreo and not on Pie?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day.

Yes, in oreo i have only 2g, in 'Costumized DE' ROM, i have already tried 'Telekom.de DE' PIE, out of curiosity, but the same result, only 3g or 4g. :eek:
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] ulasalu:
You can try service menu(*#*#7378423#*#*) / service settings / network mode. I don't have pie in my phone but in oreo, there are more options in the service menu.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Didgesteve:
It's nothing to do with which version of Pie you flash.

It's a setting in the phone.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day and thank you for your reply.

With Oreo, after trying some ROM, some had the option of '2g only' and other 'only 3g or 4g.'

That is why I was chasing a ROM in PIE with '2g only'.

Guess i'll have to improvise with a shortcut to the network mode in the service menu like the user ulasalu said.

Thank you
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] igorkode:
Russian firmware have only 2g option.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] whatsitsnamenow:
Anybody try to roll back to Oreo? Ever time I try it gets corrupted and refuse to boot.

On Pie I can't get vpn to work so trying to get back to Oreo.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day.

I had no problem rolling back to Oreo. My phone is not rooted though.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] whatsitsnamenow:
Mine isn't rooted either. I flash Oreo firmware with flash tool and it was successful. But when booting up it bouts to Android gear spinning logo and restarts in a continuous loop.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
This could be a stupid question, have you erased the phone?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] whatsitsnamenow:
EDIT:

May have spoke too soon. Camera doesn't work. Won't take pictures or focus.

EDIT 2:

Xperia Companion repair tool fixed the camera problem. All good again

Yes erased before I update and I also tick the wipe/erase when flashing option.

But anyways you are right. It does work. I have completed going back to Oreo.

I think the problem was me using an old Oreo firmware to flash and manually change the FSC file from 4.7.2 back to 4.7.1. This time I downloaded another Oreo firmware and created a FTF file. It then generates a new 4.7.1 file which I think is the original problem.

Thanks for confirming that rolling back to Oreo works . I was about to give up. LOL
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] xPandamon:
https://imgur.com/a/dBk4L9F

I installed the russian version (that's german) and yes, only 2G is a thing. That also worked in Customized_DE i think on Oreo.

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Just some feedback. As fast as expected, battery life seems to be better and the new camera app is a blessing. That alone is worth upgrading for. Having no problems so far, except for the bug where Wifi starts dropping after multiple days of usage without rebooting. Pretty happy so far. If anybody needs something tested that doesn't require a rooted/ unlocked phone i could do that.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] TheQuickFox:
I got a new Xperia XZ1 Compact (G8441) and updated it to version 47.1.A.16.20 using the Xperia Companion software. It still is Android 8. When I re-check for updates via the OTA updater or the Sony Xperia Companion PC software, they stay that I have the latest version for my device. Do you have any info on when Android 9 Pie gets released for my phone?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Didgesteve:
Xperiacheck shows which providers are yet to roll out Pie, as soon as your provider adopts the 47.1.2.xxx you will get an invite to update OTA. Make sure you remove any login security ie: pattern or pin before the update. Some OTA updates have resulted in users being locked out of their phones.

If you can't wait then Newflasher and Xperiafirm will get you updated.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] davidben73:
Guys, I'm using pie with SG region firmware. Why there's no playstore download and install progress on notifications bar or tab?

I hate it. I can't track if my download still going or no. Please help
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] TheQuickFox:
Thank you very much. I got the German version from Amazon.de but I live in the Netherlands so I decided to flash the BeNeLux firmware. (Belgium/Netherlands/Luxembourg)

I never did such a thing before, but found a nice guide at

http://www.xperiablog.net/2018/01/2...-firmware-for-xperia-xz-premium-xz1-and-more/

Which I followed and I now have Android 9. Tyvm.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Authi:
Yesterday I discover 306.ftf SG from xperia firmware page. Doesn't works the rom downloaded by Flashtool (Script problem)

Wifi doesn't works, problems with receiving calls, also problem with call recording (Google kill the option in Pie) so I decided to goback to Oreo, but flash doesn't works. Bootloop on Sony white screen.

Right now, I'm reading posts here, and tonight I will try the options readed here.

I'm very dissapointed with first Pie experience, and for me blocking call recording is too much.:mad:

I think will return to Oreo, I don't know how yet, but no Pie for me.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] landsome:
Strange, call recording works for me in Pie on the XZ2c. I use ACR (app) for that purpose.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Still no 2g on PIE

I have tried Russian firmware too, just for the sake of it, and still no 2G :mad:

I'm keeping with XZ1C only until Galaxy S10 arrives, and the bye bye Sony :mad:
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Authi:
I also use ACR pro, but seams that Google has blocked:

https://www.xda-developers.com/android-pie-blocks-non-root-call-recording-apps/
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Dany XP:
It only records you, not the other person. If u hear (barely) the other person, it's just echo's speaker. That's not proper call recording, until Oreo u could record fully 2 ways calls
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] landsome:
You are right, I have tested more thoroughly and while in some cases there is a faint recording of the other person, in most cases the voice is absent.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] yekollu:
Audio recorder app from Sony seems to work fine on my phone
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] _Nexus8_:
My phone is on Customized FR and I can use 2G services
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day.

I have already tried 'Customized FR' too, still no 2G.

Maybe is a setting (like user Truro said) that for some reason it does not appear in my country or operator. :(

Thank you anyway.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] maaakn:
I have Singapore version and i can use GSM which is 2G. Why wanna use just GSM? Flying to the mooon?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Hansoliv:
Good day.

3G consumes 2x more battery power than GSM.

And to receive whatsapp or facebook messenger texts is more than enough. If i need more speed i switch to 4G.
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] landsome:
Does it work for phone calls? Does it record the other person?
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] Dany XP:
In Pie, it's impossible to record both ways, without root. Thank Google...
[Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers] dsa88:
Well, that depends only on your type of network area coverage. E.g. if you have a good 4G coverage, your battery will last longer than if you use 2G but with bad coverage.

I'd suggest keeping phone off the 3G anyways since its development is abandoned quite much everywhere now, 4G should be the best with a solid net coverage, 2G I'd avoid since it's disconnecting data on every voice call.