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[Q] Coming from Desire S

Hello,
Today i'll switch from Desire S to Arc. Now I don't want to set up the phone and later on root it. I'll just do it all tonight.
I saw lots of guides and probably I will manage to do it.
In the Desire S Rom sphere it was pretty clear which Rom to choose. GB -> Endymion ICS-> no one really yet.
I rather want a stable and fast Rom instead of ICS for all matters. I don't know the Sony interface yet, do I miss something if I flash AOKP? I just hate launcher redraws..
Any advice, including Kernel, because I would like to overclock.
And please tell me what's the best order to do it. Baseband-Bootloader-Root-Flash.
I know how to flash Kernels, but why and how do you flash Wifi modules?
THANK YOU
Tapa2 desire s
Edit: I'm on a Mac with SDK, do I need windows? I have it but if someone knows how to do it with mac I would appreciate it..

Hey, I recommend Arconium ICS 4.0 with ArcKnight Kernel RC_3.1. Its the most smooth combination I have found. There will be a new kernel out by doomlord pretty soon which should be really good also. I usually flash the baseband with flashtool, then flash the kernel with flashtool, and finally install rom. Also you install the wifi modules through recovery.

Ok, thank you. I was looking at the mooded rom..
Tapa2 desire s

I actually tried it lastnight, it is slower than Arconium. I switched back this morning.

u seriously need to try the Arconium ICS..its very good and well tweaked stock ROM
if you want to overclock then try ArcKnight or XArc..both are good...but if you dont want to overclock and want to have better battery life then stock kernel is the best..
you can flash wifi modules through recovery..
best order is
-Unlock bootloader
-Flash kernel
-Flash baseband
-Flash ROM
-Flash wifi modules if needed
-Enjoy
Well flashtool(software which is used to flash kernel,baseband) is made for windows. I never cared to look for an alternative for Mac.ask any developers if there is any.

My phone is slow after flashing

I followed this tutorial and my phone is now slow. Is there a mod or new kernel I need? I have an Xperia Arc Lt15i

Hi @itsup,
It looks like you have an ICS based rom.
Also looks like you've got an unlocked bootloader.
So there are now many roms / kernels that you can use.
For really fast I prefer the jellybean based roms (see my signature for my current favourite rom).
The downfall is that you don't get HDMI (TV out).
I prefer the Lupus kernel version 3.4, but the only one available on the forums is 3.5.
So you can use the Arc Fusion kernel (link in my signature) - yes, it's good.
If you want to stay on ICS, with full features and decent speed, then try one of these custom roms: -
JJ Hybrid ROM - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1537717
This works well with the latest ArcKnight kernel.
(Full features, ran with this for a while, and loved it. The only reason I changed was to see how JellyBean works).
XPERIA Ultimate HD - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1920207
(I haven't tested this one, but it's new and actively supported)
Remember to do a CWM backup before trying anything - then you don't lose out if you don't like the new rom.

Hotfingers said:
Hi @itsup,
It looks like you have an ICS based rom.
Also looks like you've got an unlocked bootloader.
So there are now many roms / kernels that you can use.
For really fast I prefer the jellybean based roms (see my signature for my current favourite rom).
The downfall is that you don't get HDMI (TV out).
I prefer the Lupus kernel version 3.4, but the only one available on the forums is 3.5.
So you can use the Arc Fusion kernel (link in my signature) - yes, it's good.
If you want to stay on ICS, with full features and decent speed, then try one of these custom roms: -
JJ Hybrid ROM - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1537717
This works well with the latest ArcKnight kernel.
(Full features, ran with this for a while, and loved it. The only reason I changed was to see how JellyBean works).
XPERIA Ultimate HD - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1920207
(I haven't tested this one, but it's new and actively supported)
Remember to do a CWM backup before trying anything - then you don't lose out if you don't like the new rom.
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Sadly my phone can't unlock the boot loader. What roms are fast that can be installed on a locked boot loader? Thanks for the help!

itsup said:
Sadly my phone can't unlock the boot loader. What roms are fast that can be installed on a locked boot loader? Thanks for the help!
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This also means you can't use a custom kernel...
JJ Hybrid will work on a locked bootloader. You must read the thread to find out more...
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itsup said:
Sadly my phone can't unlock the boot loader. What roms are fast that can be installed on a locked boot loader? Thanks for the help!
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Jelly sandwich can be installed on a locked bootloader and its really fast
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[Q] Overclock kernel

Hey folks,
I've been looking to overclock my Xperia Arc (runnin ICS 4.0.4, build: 4.1.B.0.587) and I'm quite the noob at this so I'm looking for answers and advice. From what I gather, I need to install a kernel and I hear there are many options. One of the most popular one seem to be DooMKernel. I'm thinking about using that and I found this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520654
Now, my question is, is that the most updated thread? Is there a newer updated DooMKernel lying around (that is newer than v5)? It's fairly difficult to navigate the forums and so I have a hard time finding all the right posts.
My next question is, if I were to install CyanogenMod, does it install a new kernel that allows me to overclock or is OS separate from the kernel?
And also, feel free to recommend me any other kernels. Are they all pretty much the same or do some of them have particular enhancements?
Thanks in advance!

barom138 said:
Hey folks,
I've been looking to overclock my Xperia Arc (runnin ICS 4.0.4, build: 4.1.B.0.587) and I'm quite the noob at this so I'm looking for answers and advice. From what I gather, I need to install a kernel and I hear there are many options. One of the most popular one seem to be DooMKernel. I'm thinking about using that and I found this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520654
Now, my question is, is that the most updated thread? Is there a newer updated DooMKernel lying around (that is newer than v5)? It's fairly difficult to navigate the forums and so I have a hard time finding all the right posts.
My next question is, if I were to install CyanogenMod, does it install a new kernel that allows me to overclock or is OS separate from the kernel?
And also, feel free to recommend me any other kernels. Are they all pretty much the same or do some of them have particular enhancements?
Thanks in advance!
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1. The Doomkernel you linked have problem with some battery drainage, thanks to not using newest kernel sources (if I remember correctly?) and also that Doomlord haven't updated it at a long time so. Look for some other kernels before that one becomes stable enough!
2. The Cyanogenmod ROM requires it own specially developed kernel which can be found in the zip package of each initial release (CM7 - CM9 - CM10) and it have to be flashed through Fastboot before you are flashing the ROM in recovery. Follow instructions on Cyanogenmod homepage for each installation on your prefered device for more info!
3. If you're on Gingerbread, use Doomlord v22, for some amazing performance / battery and a lot of functions (underclocking, undervolting and some other stuff).
If you're on ICS, use latest Lupus kernel (version 8) - that kernel is a beast in every way and you'll definitely like it, it's stable enough to satisfy even you!
It's some difference between the kernels in speed, stability and performance / smoothness / battery life / functions, yes. You have to check them out yourself to find your own favourite.
Hope my answers helped you!
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Fusion, arc knight ,doomkernel
Fusion kernel can be used with cm or aokp
arc knight and doomkernel for stock roms

jass619 said:
Fusion kernel can be used with cm or aokp
arc knight and doomkernel for stock roms
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Arcknight isn't smooth at all, and Doomlord kernel ICS got battery problem thanks to using Beta sources...
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Destroyedbeauty said:
1. The Doomkernel you linked have problem with some battery drainage, thanks to not using newest kernel sources (if I remember correctly?) and also that Doomlord haven't updated it at a long time so. Look for some other kernels before that one becomes stable enough!
2. The Cyanogenmod ROM requires it own specially developed kernel which can be found in the zip package of each initial release (CM7 - CM9 - CM10) and it have to be flashed through Fastboot before you are flashing the ROM in recovery. Follow instructions on Cyanogenmod homepage for each installation on your prefered device for more info!
3. If you're on Gingerbread, use Doomlord v22, for some amazing performance / battery and a lot of functions (underclocking, undervolting and some other stuff).
If you're on ICS, use latest Lupus kernel (version 8) - that kernel is a beast in every way and you'll definitely like it, it's stable enough to satisfy even you!
It's some difference between the kernels in speed, stability and performance / smoothness / battery life / functions, yes. You have to check them out yourself to find your own favourite.
Hope my answers helped you!
Sent from my LT18i using xda app-developers app
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Awesome response, very helpful. Just one more question, do the CyanogenMod kernels have overclocking capabilities? Thanks for the reply, much appreciated!

barom138 said:
Awesome response, very helpful. Just one more question, do the CyanogenMod kernels have overclocking capabilities? Thanks for the reply, much appreciated!
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Yup, CM kernels was created with overclocking and extended performance in mind, hence why Cyanogenmod ROMs are known with expanding the possibilities to some crazy ass performance and level boost (I have only tried CM7 and using it was like driving an Ferrari at 220 km/hour, later versions should be equal in their own specific ways).
Hope you got some useful answer on your question, dude!
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I can recommend Sega Rush v3 kernel to use with your currrent or any .587 based custom rom, it can if you so wished be used up to 2ghz,( as could Doomlords V5 ), but be warned and advised to tread carefull with overclocking as you can cause permanent heat damage to, and even kill your phone if you overcook it.
I think the links to Doomlords v5 are down at the moment he is not active with it, so you may struggle to find doomkernel v5 to download, however if you look to the credits in the latest release of Sega v3, you will see him mentioned, take that as a good omen.
PS there are plenty of kernels to choose from, but I would say try to use one that is currently under active development, so that any upgrades / improvements are kept constant.
I can't comment on Cyanogenmods never tried any, but they seem popular enough, and look pretty well supported.You really are spoilt for choice, have fun

[Q&A][FAQ] PAC-man 4.3

This thread is to keep the PAC-man development thread clean.
First check the PAC FAQ for Xperia RAY to see if your question has been anwsered there ---- orum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1965674
When posting in here all XDA forum rules apply as usual. This thread is to help eachother, please no flaming of any sort.
If you are not aware of the FORUM RULES click HERE

wedgess said:
This thread is to keep the PAC-man development thread clean.
First check the PAC FAQ for Xperia RAY to see if your question has been anwsered there ---- orum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1965674
When posting in here all XDA forum rules apply as usual. This thread is to help eachother, please no flaming of any sort.
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The ROm is great and no random reboot. trying to daily use... for a couple question, it is support themes for CM10.1??

arc_n_krizt said:
The ROm is great and no random reboot. trying to daily use... for a couple question, it is support themes for CM10.1??
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Finally some one who uses the Q&A.yes it should support AOKP/CM themes.

I'm thinking test your ROM, but whats is the kernel included in the zip file?
Lupus v11? 3.X Kernel?
The main post said dont work JB Camera (4.2.2). There is other camera app included in ROM (CM camera 4.1.2 perhaps) or we must install other third party camera app.

setup wizard pac-man
Hey I flashed the inkludet kernel and did a full wipe and installed the ROM. The Rom boots but then the Setup Wizard does not respond and I cant set upp my phone. A tested this tvice and then re downloadet the rom but got the same results.Is it only me or are others having the same problem Im comming from a nother JB 4.2.2. rom if that helps. I realy want to try this rom and a realy like your work, been using lupus kernel for a long time now. Thanks
device: Lt18i last rom: CM 10.1

ghostmirror said:
I'm thinking test your ROM, but whats is the kernel included in the zip file?
Lupus v11? 3.X Kernel?
The main post said dont work JB Camera (4.2.2). There is other camera app included in ROM (CM camera 4.1.2 perhaps) or we must install other third party camera app.
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No its nAa kernel as I havent started on a 3.x kernel. Of course there is legacy camera like in cm10 included in the R no need to flash extras.
dimmalimm said:
Hey I flashed the inkludet kernel and did a full wipe and installed the ROM. The Rom boots but then the Setup Wizard does not respond and I cant set upp my phone. A tested this tvice and then re downloadet the rom but got the same results.Is it only me or are others having the same problem Im comming from a nother JB 4.2.2. rom if that helps. I realy want to try this rom and a realy like your work, been using lupus kernel for a long time now. Thanks
device: Lt18i last rom: CM 10.1
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Others seem to be having no problems. Perhaps its something to do with gapps. I'm assuming you used full gapps. Try the mini or light version of gapps. So long as u done your full wipes I can't see any other reason. Maybe try flash ROM let it boot then go back to recovery and flash gapps.
Edit - OK so apparently light gapps just causes FC'ing I'll link to other gapps when I'm home.

i flashed this ROM with full Gapps in Xperia Arc S, and it's working really fine, until now had twice random reboots, but that's not really a problem to me.
other than that the ROM is awesome. :good:
Q: is it okay if i use Lupus JBv11 Kernel? (qurrently using kernel included in ROM)
thanks in advance

Bagne said:
i flashed this ROM with full Gapps in Xperia Arc S, and it's working really fine, until now had twice random reboots, but that's not really a problem to me.
other than that the ROM is awesome. :good:
Q: is it okay if i use Lupus JBv11 Kernel? (qurrently using kernel included in ROM)
thanks in advance
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See I'm pretty sure its the kernel giving random reboots. But with LuPuS or Fusion kernel, WiFi and Bluetooth will not work on 4.2.

Hey, one question:
Why the Wifi doesn't work on LuPuS or FusioN Kernel? :/
I#m using Paranoidmod now, because od that...
LuPuS Kernel v11 by wedgess + P.A.C.man by wedgess = Doesn't work?

Bobby2013 said:
Hey, one question:
Why the Wifi doesn't work on LuPuS or FusioN Kernel? :/
I#m using Paranoidmod now, because od that...
LuPuS Kernel v11 by wedgess + P.A.C.man by wedgess = Doesn't work?
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All 4.2 ROMs changed firmware binaries and changed wifiload script. But... suppose I could try get get kernel to install and use old firmware binaries and run lupus wifiload script?? We will see!! maybe I'll push back kernel update until I give it a go and get someone to test.

wedgess said:
All 4.2 ROMs changed firmware binaries and changed wifiload script. But... suppose I could try get get kernel to install and use old firmware binaries and run lupus wifiload script?? We will see!! maybe I'll push back kernel update until I give it a go and get someone to test.
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Okay that would be very nice
And if you'll need a tester I will be your man
Thanks very much
EDIT: The LuPuS kernel works nearly perfect with Paranoidrom, but not with CM10.1, PAC and AOKP...really?!

Bobby2013 said:
Okay that would be very nice
And if you'll need a tester I will be your man
Thanks very much
EDIT: The LuPuS kernel works nearly perfect with Paranoidrom, but not with CM10.1, PAC and AOKP...really?!
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Paranoid was last updated before 3.x kernels were released.
Sent from my PAC-ed LT18i.
Press the thanks button if I helped.

wedgess said:
No its nAa kernel as I havent started on a 3.x kernel. Of course there is legacy camera like in cm10 included in the R no need to flash extras.
Others seem to be having no problems. Perhaps its something to do with gapps. I'm assuming you used full gapps. Try the mini or light version of gapps. So long as u done your full wipes I can't see any other reason. Maybe try flash ROM let it boot then go back to recovery and flash gapps.
Edit - OK so apparently light gapps just causes FC'ing I'll link to other gapps when I'm home.
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I instal the ROM with full gapps and it is running fine now. In one day of testing I got one fc and one random reeboot. Thanks for the info.
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wedgess said:
All 4.2 ROMs changed firmware binaries and changed wifiload script. But... suppose I could try get get kernel to install and use old firmware binaries and run lupus wifiload script?? We will see!! maybe I'll push back kernel update until I give it a go and get someone to test.
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yea do this as soon as possible. 2.6 kernel + cm10.1 = Super Awesome and stable
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Hi,
May I also post on the Pro version here? There is no seperate thread for it.
It's my first attempt on a custom rom after using stock ICS. Unfortunately, I found it to be very unstable
My first attempt was Lupus/v21, now I'm on Fusion/v22. Both seem to be highly unstable. Just using apps is normally fine, but a few things seem to provoke lockups including unlocking the screen, listening to music and using the camera.
I did a full wipe before installing (system, cache, dalvik cache, data), I even tried the permissions fix.
Otherwise it seems a great rom, perfect feature set and very fast, but the unstability makes it unusable for me
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theNfan said:
Hi,
May I also post on the Pro version here? There is no seperate thread for it.
It's my first attempt on a custom rom after using stock ICS. Unfortunately, I found it to be very unstable
My first attempt was Lupus/v21, now I'm on Fusion/v22. Both seem to be highly unstable. Just using apps is normally fine, but a few things seem to provoke lockups including unlocking the screen, listening to music and using the camera.
I did a full wipe before installing (system, cache, dalvik cache, data), I even tried the permissions fix.
Otherwise it seems a great rom, perfect feature set and very fast, but the unstability makes it unusable for me
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Yes u can post here also. Comparing any 4.2 ROM to STOCK ICS, stock ICS would be the winner in terms of stability. 4.1 is the best if you want JB IMO. But 4.2 and especially PAC 4.2 has a lot more features, customization amongst other things. It doesn't matter on the kernel its going to be the same. This is why FXP stopped developing after CM10 for the XPERIA 2011 line-up. It will never be 100% stable as will any 4.2 ROM for Xperia 2011.

I don't know what calls you stabillity, but 4.1 is very stable, almost as 4.0. 4.2 isn't stable specially with 3.x kernels, but 4.1 is perfect. And FXP stop the development for 2011 line becase they have to develop for a lot of devices, i think.

sinholueiro said:
I don't know what calls you stabillity, but 4.1 is very stable, almost as 4.0. 4.2 isn't stable specially with 3.x kernels, but 4.1 is perfect. And FXP stop the development for 2011 line becase they have to develop for a lot of devices, i think.
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I said 4.1 is stable. And no they stopped because without a stable 3.x kernel it would be impossible for a stable 4.2 J. There was no 3.x kernel for 2011 device back then, but even still they knew if there was a 3.x kernel it would need a lot of work to get stable, if it even can.

wedgess said:
I said 4.1 is stable. And no they stopped because without a stable 3.x kernel it would be impossible for a stable 4.2 J. There was no 3.x kernel for 2011 device back then, but even still they knew if there was a 3.x kernel it would need a lot of work to get stable, if it even can.
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But 3.4 kernel is pretty stable now na?
I think that crapy random reboot is the only problem now.
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jithuelad said:
But 3.4 kernel is pretty stable now na?
I think that crapy random reboot is the only problem now.
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yes and that's instability my friend
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[Q] Frequent game restarts/pauses

As explained in the title, my Xperia Arc either pauses or restarts every 30 seconds or so while playing games, especially high memory games like Clash of Clans, Zenonia and etc. Not particularly a tech savvy guy so I might need professional step-by-step guidance on what to do here.

Have you overclocked your phone?
What ROM/kernel are you using?

Someguyfromhell said:
Have you overclocked your phone?
What ROM/kernel are you using?
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No, I haven't overclocked my phone. Currently not using any custom rom but basic ICS version 4.0.4. Kernel version shows 2.6.32.9-perf on phone. By the way this problem happens only when i play games, other applications like Facebook works just fine.

SoneChin said:
No, I haven't overclocked my phone. Currently not using any custom rom but basic ICS version 4.0.4. Kernel version shows 2.6.32.9-perf on phone. By the way this problem happens only when i play games, other applications like Facebook works just fine.
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Stock ICS for Xperia 2011 isn't optimized for heavy use (small amount of RAM) and got outdated Adreno drivers. Custom ROMs / AOSP / CM + custom kernel will take care of this by using various performance specific tweaks.

SoneChin said:
No, I haven't overclocked my phone. Currently not using any custom rom but basic ICS version 4.0.4. Kernel version shows 2.6.32.9-perf on phone. By the way this problem happens only when i play games, other applications like Facebook works just fine.
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If most of you here don't know, ICS is not recommended for gaming. Switch to a GB or JB ROM if you want to use your phone for gaming.
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I see... Actually I once used custom ROM before but games are still kinda laggy. Is it recommended that I downgrade my Android version to GB?
EDIT:
If most of you here don't know, ICS is not recommended for gaming. Switch to a GB or JB ROM if you want to use your phone for gaming.
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Thanks for the advice, I shall try it out. If problem persists, welp, it's time to buy a new phone.

SoneChin said:
I see... Actually I once used custom ROM before but games are still kinda laggy. Is it recommended that I downgrade my Android version to GB?
EDIT:
Thanks for the advice, I shall try it out. If problem persists, welp, it's time to buy a new phone.
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There is a great ROM i'm using it's called gin2jellybean it has jb look but it's gb rom it's very fast and it's great with games.try it
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