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[Q] HELP; Phonebook or contacts apk

Is the anyway I can replace the stock Xperia contacts (phonebook.apk) to the STOCK GINGERBREAD one?

someone posted the same thing for sony arc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1195717
i havent tried it yet,maybe in the morning

ihsanfauzi said:
Is the anyway I can replace the stock Xperia contacts (phonebook.apk) to the STOCK GINGERBREAD one?
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It probably wont work, to use aosp dialer, you need aosp telephanyservice.apk, and i think it dependent on framework, and we have SEMC framework not aosp.
Sent from my R800i using Tapatalk

republicano said:
someone posted the same thing for sony arc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1195717
i havent tried it yet,maybe in the morning
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Alright. let me know the result when you've done. I'm a bit afraid to try because I don't wanna get Force Close.

As AndroHero said - you cant just install the apk, you will have to use a custom ginger bread rom or a go phone/contacts program since its vital function. installing doesnt do a thing, then install the stock one and you get force close

republicano said:
As AndroHero said - you cant just install the apk, you will have to use a custom ginger bread rom or a go phone/contacts program since its vital function. installing doesnt do a thing, then install the stock one and you get force close
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I don't understand of what are you saying...

i tired it doesnt work, no difference, you will have to flash it with a non sony rom or use a program like go contacts to replace it,since is apart of the framework.

[Q] How to root my Arc S & what's the best rom out there ?

Hi,
-I want to root my device, so what's the safest way to root it ?
(explain the method here or give me links!)
-and what Rom do u prefer to use in my phone after rooting it ?
(custom rom or stock rom, but all features most work perfectly and the phone should work smooth)
I am running ICS 4.0.3 and My phone is Middle East version & it's important that the rom that I will put in my device fully support (Arabic language) like the original one does!
See attachment to know all the info of my phone

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1601038
Follow this thread and download the zip file, read the on screen instructions and just run the .bat file and you'll have root..
And for the rom, try Arconium ICS or Mooded ICS.. They both support Arabic languages!
Sent from my LT15i using XDA

Thanks alot gire.prasad for your helpful reply
my phone now rooted successfully!
I am thinking in staying with the orginal stock software (the original SE ICS 4.0.3)
So now I just rooted the device, and I will try to free up the internal memory
note: I was facing some application hanging when I try to use them before rooting the device like :
-Phone
_Contacts
-Xperia Gallery
-Messaging
So will freeing up internal memory space solve this hanging problem ?
Thanks!

Glad you got root!
It wont.. The apps freezing is due to Stock ICS and freeing up internal memory simply doesn't help it.. Tweaking should help a bit or try different rom.. If you prefer stock rom, then try supercharging the rom using V6 SuperCharger script and using that script try to bulletproof those apps you mentioned! It'll help a lot and make the rom even more smoother and faster..
Need some help for doing it?
Sent from my LT15i using XDA

Thanks mate,
But Help Help Help!
My phone got a problem now!
after I rooted the phone everything went normally but after I moved junk Apps
from this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1326120
my phone won't start again, it hangs at xperia logo (I keep hearing that new sms messages are coming ) but the phone still hangs on xperia logo
what to do ?

I fixed the hangs on xperia logo problem (thanks God)

mhs007 said:
Thanks mate,
But Help Help Help!
My phone got a problem now!
after I rooted the phone everything went normally but after I moved junk Apps
from this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1326120
my phone won't start again, it hangs at xperia logo (I keep hearing that new sms messages are coming ) but the phone still hangs on xperia logo
what to do ?
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You should be aware coz the apps mentioned were oly for GB roms!
But you're in ICS!
Edit : Glad you made it
Sent from my LT15i using XDA

SIM network unlock PIN message in CM9

I installed CM9 and keep getting the SIM network unlock PIN message after every unlock of screen and sometimes when the screen is idle...
Tried FXP 134 CM9.. Same problem.
Though clicking Dismiss works OK.. its very annoying everytime..
Btw i flashed CM9 after wiping data,cache and dalvik as per the instruction only...
Any work around to solve this??

Some bug in CM ROMs.

Thanks..
Someguyfromhell said:
Some bug in CM ROMs.
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Thanks for the reply..
Seems have to bear it

Not had that issue myself but search Google, sure a solution has been posted before.
Sent from my CM9'd Arc

Didn't find any solution
XperienceD said:
Not had that issue myself but search Google, sure a solution has been posted before.
Sent from my CM9'd Arc
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Thanks for the post..
I searched google. Could not find any solution. That's y i posted here
Anyhow its manageable..
Thanks again.

Are you using the CM9 baseband?

Using Baseband 77
XperienceD said:
Are you using the CM9 baseband?
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Read in xda that baseband 77 can be used on CM9... ( It worked on Ice Bean 4.0.4)
could that be the problem??
Other than that message everything works well..

surendar1863 said:
Read in xda that baseband 77 can be used on CM9
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It does, but that wasn't what I asked, and what I would try if I were you to see.

just add:
Code:
ro.telephony.ril.v3=qcomuiccstack
to build.prop

Same problem
I have the same problem..first i installed ics ftf .431 then I installed fxp 209 CM9 and after de lockscreen I get "Sim lock..and two options UNLOCK and DISMISS" i press DISMISS and the message goes away..
I flashed .587 fw, i thought this would solve the problem but no..same problem. Before installing CM9 I started the stock rom and all worked fine, no sim lock message..after installing CM9 fxp 210 the problem came back.
When i flash with flashtools i get this message
11/036/2013 23:36:40 - WARN - This file is ignored : simlock.ta
i didn't checked any box before flashing..
Does anyone has a solution for this? I really like CM9 and I would like to keep this rom

paulinho90 said:
I have the same problem..first i installed ics ftf .431 then I installed fxp 209 CM9 and after de lockscreen I get "Sim lock..and two options UNLOCK and DISMISS" i press DISMISS and the message goes away..
I flashed .587 fw, i thought this would solve the problem but no..same problem. Before installing CM9 I started the stock rom and all worked fine, no sim lock message..after installing CM9 fxp 210 the problem came back.
When i flash with flashtools i get this message
11/036/2013 23:36:40 - WARN - This file is ignored : simlock.ta
i didn't checked any box before flashing..
Does anyone has a solution for this? I really like CM9 and I would like to keep this rom
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Just press dismiss and your phone will work just fine.
simlock.ta file has nothing to do with that ROM.

mexusbg said:
just add:
Code:
ro.telephony.ril.v3=qcomuiccstack
to build.prop
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Hi mexusbg, I tried your tweak on my Xperia Ray, I'm using the AOKP ICS Milestone 6 ROM (see link below) at the moment. Unfortunately the build.prop tweak didn't work. I've attached a microsoft word version of the build.prop showing in large block text where I made the alteration - Is there a specific place in the build.prop script where I should've added the line? Or would it make any difference?
AOKP ICS Milestone 6 ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1693185&highlight=kernel

It worked on my Arc S (LT18i) after CM9.1 flashed!
Edit file /system/build.prop and add at any place:
Code:
ro.telephony.ril.v3=qcomuiccstack
This 2 workarounds worked also, but they are annoying.
- Insert your SIM into another phone, disable SIM PIN Code and try again in your phone.
- Do nothing and wait a bit, it will connect to the network after a while and the you can press Dismiss.

I can confirm the build.prop tweak working on Sony Xperia ray cm9. Thanks for the help.
I've put cm on my GF's phone and she was kind of upset when she couldn't get into the phone
Sent from my JY-G3 using xda app-developers app

[Q] Just bought new Xperia S. need help with customizing

Hello xda members,
as you all know, the navigation buttons (home,back.settings) in Xperia s are kinda frustrating, you don't really see them and have to guess where to press.
I have official 4.0.4 "sony ROM" on my device, few questions:
1) what is the easiest way to make the navigation buttons visible? (I don't want to change my ROM, I like the official one..)
2) is there official JB ROM for this device?

AW: [Q] Just bought new Xperia S. need help with customizing
1. I think theres a code line you have to add to build prop Just search the forum for it.
2. No but its getting updated to Jb in April We're all waiting anxiously
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app

about 1. whats a code line? sorry for my ignorance

xmxmichael said:
about 1. whats a code line? sorry for my ignorance
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I would suggest you read this thread to get the most from your XS. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2137561&page=257

corum3 said:
I would suggest you read this thread to get the most from your XS. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2137561&page=257
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as i understand this thread is for some customized ROM, I wanna stick with the official...
just want to change the navigation buttons and make them visible...is that possible?

You need to root your phone before being able to do what you want. What build number do you currently have in settings / about phone
Sent from my 4.2.2 Xperia S via Tapatalk

Ben36 said:
You need to root your phone before being able to do what you want. What build number do you currently have in settings / about phone
Sent from my 4.2.2 Xperia S via Tapatalk
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Can I root my Xperia S (Stock ICS 4.0.4) without reverting it back to GB? Most of the threads I've seen here require the phone to be running on Gb. Build number of my phone is 6.1.A.2.55

don't have the phone next to me right now, I'll check it later
I'm familiar with the root process, after I root it, whta should I do to enable the navigation bar?

xmxmichael said:
don't have the phone next to me right now, I'll check it later
I'm familiar with the root process, after I root it, whta should I do to enable the navigation bar?
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Download the OSB enabler or install a custom ROM with it (such as XZX), which has it built in and some add ons to make them smaller.

sirius_gamer said:
Can I root my Xperia S (Stock ICS 4.0.4) without reverting it back to GB? Most of the threads I've seen here require the phone to be running on Gb. Build number of my phone is 6.1.A.2.55
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=39498268
Just download the script provided in the link, run it with the phone connected. Probably the only known way of gaining root access on 2.55 right now.

For the on-screen buttons you can add
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
to build.prop and reboot.

Odp: [Q] Just bought new Xperia S. need help with customizing
salar.miri said:
Please,can someone do this and capture a screenshot and post it here.I'm a noob.please someone do this.
Sent from my LT26i using xda premium
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Post SS of this navigation buttons? No problem, just wait a second.
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app

…just in case you want to use custom-rom: with PAC you get various options to customize and the "on-screen-buttons" are enabled as default - i dont use them, because i m used to the "hardware" nav-buttons.
But i remember, when using stock-rom i had little problems too using them …

DO NOT root your phone or install Custom Rom, just try to get used to it.
You'll be fine after a while, believe me
Sent from my LT26ii using Tapatalk 2

January 28: New Version Slim ION Honami Cyanogen Way UB/LB

New version added, only 197 mb in zip. See download section...
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Here is my tribute to Cyanogenmode team and their great success in creating lightning speed roms.
This rom is based on my Aoba Pure Black, but instead of the original size of 390 mb, this version has only 240 197 mb in zip. This is as close to CM roms (190 mb) as possible. I believe this is the first stock based rom of this size. In addition to removing usual Google/Social/Sony bloat, I took great care to get rid of literally hundreds of unnecessary files in framework and lib directories. As a result, the rom is (in my view, of course) as fast, fluid and ram available, as CM roms, but with the added benefit of good battery life. Your Android OS won't take more than 4-6% of battery life. At the same time, the rom has all the usual and latest Xperia Z1 features: honami framework/icons/animation.
The idea was to improve on something that is hard rock stable, as opposed to doing Kitkat, which is ages away from stability on the part of Google and the development community without negating the latter's great work.
DESCRIPTION:
1. Fully deodexed, rooted, busyboxed, debloated (3rd party GAPPS still work), black themed version.
2. Based on JB 4.1.2/.96 version ported by me
3. Honami Framework with fully black UI including Phone, Contacts, Calendar, Clock, Calculator, Home (7 icons), Quick Settings, Volume Panel et al
4. CPU Control, Led Control, SMS Counter and OEM Dock in Settings
5. Apollo player and CM file manager
6. AOSP lock screen with new vertical animation
7. Nexus Camera with all resolutions (no stock camera)
8. Only 240 197 mb in size (zipped)
9. On first start about 375-385 mb of ram available
10. Regular boot is under 30 seconds
11. Blue themed dynamic boot animation
12. Ready to go APN settings for many countries
CREDITS: Niabok and JJwrongJJ for Honami Framework, Hitfan for 7 icon Home, Avik6123 for latest Z1 apps, CM team for Apollo, CM File manager and APN settings. PM me if I forgot you.
INSTALL INSTRUCTION
1. Have 211 JB stock kernel, Roger Baseband (if your have LT28i or AT&T versions) and CWM
2. Enter recovery, go to Mounts and Storage, mount System/Cache/Data and format each. Remember, factory reset is not enough!
3. Install the rom, reboot and let it settle
4. Go to Settings/Display/Quick Settings and choose Quick Settings for black, as opposed to SystemUI for white
5. Enable Wifi/Data, then go to Settings/Wifi/Advanced and tick stay on when screen is off, if you use VOIP services
6. Install CWM and you are all set
7. Enjoy the rom and hit Thank you/Donate or both
P.S. Rom and GAPPS are in Download Section
XDA:DevDB Information
Slim ION Honami Cyanogen Way, a ROM for the AT&T Sony Xperia ion
Contributors
optimumpro
ROM OS Version: 4.1.x Jelly Bean
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.4.x
ROM Firmware Required: Stock JB 211 Kernel
Based On: Stock
Version Information
Status: Stable
Stable Release Date: 2014-01-17
Created 2014-01-17
Last Updated 2014-01-28

Wish I still had my Ion to test this rom(had to sell it, it's still running your rom though), great work and thanks for not abandoning Ion users.

Where is the rom? Download section? Thanks. I was about to go back to your aoba ultimate privacy rom
Edit- Found it... downloading now. Will report back

at the top of this page, just above the first post there is a line with black background which is currently on "DIscussion" . Next to it is "Download"... thats where you will find link to the rom and the gapps... i am downloading as we speak.
Najuto9tail said:
Where is the rom? Download section? Thanks. I was about to go back to your aoba ultimate privacy rom
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Soo... Is it possible to have twrp recovery from mrgezz's cm rom on your rom? I'm guessing the answer is no but, thought I'd ask.
Sent from my Xperia ion using xda app-developers app

No problems to report. Spent a few minutes testing everything and loving it so far. Thanks so much for this awesome rom.
the T-9 functionality is missing in the dialer. Is it possible to enable it or do you recommend another app?

Perfect rommm

imm1304 said:
No problems to report. Spent a few minutes testing everything and loving it so far. Thanks so much for this awesome rom.
the T-9 functionality is missing in the dialer. Is it possible to enable it or do you recommend another app?
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Try the attached...
Unzip (don't flash), manually move to system/apps with right permissions and reboot.

I will give it a try. I have feeling that this rom will be amazing.
Sent from my LT28h using Tapatalk 2

Some screenshots? :laugh:

Thanks for this... works perfectly. :good:
optimumpro said:
Try the attached...
Unzip (don't flash), manually move to system/apps with right permissions and reboot.
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This rom is fast and smooth..
Good job.
Can someone help me.. Why my lockscreen is not fullscreen?
Sent from my LT28i using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Thanks man your rom is bleezing fast. No more lagging. Amazing home screen. Everything till now is perfect. Iwill give it a good charge to see who battery will stand. One more thing stamina mode and
Could you. Please. Activate. Small apps its not. Working..
Sent from my LT28i using Tapatalk 2

Another thing. The led light in charging mode while screen is turned off Going strange like Sos sign.
Any solution for it.
Sent from my LT28i using Tapatalk 2

anoevo said:
Thanks man your rom is bleezing fast. No more lagging. Amazing home screen. Everything till now is perfect. Iwill give it a good charge to see who battery will stand. One more thing stamina mode and
Could you. Please. Activate. Small apps its not. Working..
Sent from my LT28i using Tapatalk 2
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Stamina causes more problems than benefits. That's why I removed it.

anoevo said:
Another thing. The led light in charging mode while screen is turned off Going strange like Sos sign.
Any solution for it.
Sent from my LT28i using Tapatalk 2
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That's because "Led Control" enabled in Settings. You can disable it

Small apps please @-}-- @optimumpro
Sent from my LT28i using Tapatalk 2

anoevo said:
Another thing. The led light in charging mode while screen is turned off Going strange like Sos sign.
Any solution for it.
Sent from my LT28i using Tapatalk 2
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You don't have to turn off led control. Just go there and configure it the way you want...

anoevo said:
Small apps please @-}-- @optimumpro
Sent from my LT28i using Tapatalk 2
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Small Apps: try the attached. Unzip (don't flash) and manually transfer to system/apps with correct permissions. There is no guarantee they will work, as I might have removed support for them. If they don't work, just delete them...

credo92 said:
Some screenshots? :laugh:
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I am running CM10 right now. Perhaps someone else could post a few pictures?