News : The Quad Core Xperia Tablet "Z" featuring awesome specs.

Sony’s latest Android tablet features a 1.5 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor and a 1920 x 1200 pixel display. The Sony Xperia Tablet Z also packs 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, and an 8MP camera.

In other words, it’s a pretty big upgrade over the Sony Xperia Tablet S, which the company launched less than half a year ago.

The new tablet also features a waterproof and dustproof case, a microSD card slot for extra storage, NFC, and support for 4G LTE.

The Android 4.1 tablet measures just 0.27 inches thick and weighs 1.1 pounds. Unlike Sony’s earlier Android tablets, which had 9.4 inch screen, the Xperia Table Z has a 10.1 inch display, which makes the size and weight even more impressive.

Sony hasn’t yet announced the price or release date for the new tablet, but with the Xperia Tablet S still selling for about $400 even though it has a slower processor, less memory, and a lower resolution display, I wouldn’t expect the Sony Xperia Tablet Z to be a low-cost tablet.

via Engadget

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[Dev][Rom][WIP][NeoV]HTC Sense 4.0 port for Xperia [XperiaSenseProject][17/1/2013]

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This No Theme Or Badass noobies Rom To Play & Have Fun With
This Is An Preview/Pre-Alpha ROM release to developers community
If your are noob then please head to other's rom not this sorry 

Code:

#include 
/*
 * Your warranty is now void.
 *
 * I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
 * thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
 * do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
 * before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
 * you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
 *
 * Submitting bug reports on nightly builds is the leading 
 * cause of male impotence.
*/

THIS BUILD IS FOR XPERIA Neo V (I don't this device)

Quote:

Quote: Our Support Page

This Is A Xperia Sense Project (XSP) for Xperia 2011' Series
Device Included :

• Xperia Arc/S
• Xperia Pro
• Xperia Play
• Xperia Neo
• Xperia Neo V
• Xperia Ray
• MDPI : LWW/MINI/MINIPRO will get it later

As mention this very pre-alpha intend for preview purpose for devs & those not afraid bricking the devices
Mostly just to show that sense 4.0 is working for the Xperia

• Booting(On Arc/s) last tested
• Apps
• Adb
• Touchscreen
• Sound
• Latest Alpha 2 Changes : http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...&postcount=130

Some FAQ & Question(Must Read)

1. Dev's Please Fix the problem "bla bla bla" /Can you please fix " bla bla bla"
   - :Faceplam: It's Not Helping At All
   - I don't have all the device even the device used to port is broken and required $$ to fix
   - Mind your words please.Noobies Shuu!
   - I will try to fix but what i think is important
2. I Have this not working,how?
   -Same as above
3. How Can I help?
   -As for dev,i reserved post #2 for you guys to submit patch(if working) i will update that post therefore user can have easier way to get it
   -For other's you may donate to me to get my devices back ASAP...to get more faster process to get this build running
   (Mention in #1 is hard for me to make it work as the device i used to port is having ic problem & camera as well)
   -Thanks will be also appreciated
4. Can i port/rebased/use any part of this rom for my rom?
   -NO..& NO...
   -I released this port & not for someone else to steal my rom for their own fame.
   -Any rom stealing/copying/rebranding/rebasing is not allowed.
   -No permission will be given
5. Why this build is so buggy?
   -See #1 #2 #3
6. When can i see a port on other Xperia Device
   -I have two pair of hands and it have limit too..i have line up of miui devices as well
   Do understand a limit,i am free it will get to your device,no worries.

Previous Test Build(Fc's) more buggy look
video : here
screenshot : Here

Credits :
FXP 
HTC : For One V RUU
Other's:
Nick
Those donated
Download :

• Download the Xperia_NeoV_Sense_Signed_ideosdevzack.zip from the release link that follows
• Fastboot the kernel included on the build(custom sense kernel)
• Backup your /data contents: contacts, apps, sms, etc. or backup via recovery
• Move the Xperia_NeoV_Sense_Signed_ideosdevzack.zip to the root folder of your sdcard.
• Enter CWM and:
• - Select 'backup and restore -> Backup'
• - Select 'wipe data/factory reset' (MUST DO)
• - Flash the zip. To do this, Select 'install zip from sdcard -> choose zip from sdcard' and select the Xperia_NeoV_Sense_Signed_ideosdevzack.zip
• - Flash gapps if you want them!
• Reboot (first boot will take ~5 mins)

Download Link : Here Alpha2

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[Rom][WIP][ARC/S]HTC Sense 4.0 port for Xperia [XperiaSenseProject][17/1/2013]

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This No Theme Or Badass noobies Rom To Play & Have Fun With
This Is An Preview/Pre-Alpha ROM release to developers community
If your are noob then please head to other's rom not this sorry

Code:

#include 
/*
 * Your warranty is now void.
 *
 * I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
 * thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
 * do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
 * before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
 * you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
 *
 * Submitting bug reports on nightly builds is the leading 
 * cause of male impotence.
*/

THIS BUILD IS FOR XPERIA ARC

Quote:

Quote: Our Support Page

This Is A Xperia Sense Project (XSP) for Xperia 2011' Series
Device Included :

• Xperia Arc/S
• Xperia Pro
• Xperia Play
• Xperia Neo
• Xperia Neo V
• Xperia Ray
• MDPI : LWW/MINI/MINIPRO will get it later

As mention this very pre-alpha intend for preview purpose for devs & those not afraid bricking the devices
Mostly just to show that sense 4.0 is working for the Xperia
Working :

• Booting(On Arc/s) last tested
• Apps
• Adb
• Touchscreen
• Sound
• Latest Alpha 2 Changes : http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...&postcount=130

Some FAQ & Question(Must Read)

1. Dev's Please Fix the problem "bla bla bla" /Can you please fix " bla bla bla"
   - :Faceplam: It's Not Helping At All
   - I don't have all the device even the device used to port is broken and required $$ to fix
   - Mind your words please.Noobies Shuu!
   - I will try to fix but what i think is important
2. I Have this not working,how?
   -Same as above
3. How Can I help?
   -As for dev,i reserved post #2 for you guys to submit patch(if working) i will update that post therefore user can have easier way to get it
   -For other's you may donate to me to get my devices back ASAP...to get more faster process to get this build running
   (Mention in #1 is hard for me to make it work as the device i used to port is having ic problem & camera as well)
   -Thanks will be also appreciated
4. Can i port/rebased/use any part of this rom for my rom?
   -NO..& NO...
   -I released this port & not for someone else to steal my rom for their own fame.
   -Any rom stealing/copying/rebranding/rebasing is not allowed.
   -No permission will be given
5. Why this build is so buggy?
   -See #1 #2 #3
6. When can i see a port on other Xperia Device
   -I have two pair of hands and it have limit too..i have line up of miui devices as well
   Do understand a limit,i am free it will get to your device,no worries.

Previous Test Build(Fc's) more buggy look
video : here
screenshot : Here

Credits :
FXP 
HTC : For One V RUU
Other's:
Nick
Those donated

Download :

• Download the Xperia_Arc_Sense_Signed_ideosdevzack.zip from the release link that follows
• Fastboot the kernel included on the build(custom sense kernel)
• Backup your /data contents: contacts, apps, sms, etc. or backup via recovery
• Move the Xperia_Arc_Sense_Signed_ideosdevzack.zip to the root folder of your sdcard.
• Enter CWM and:
• - Select 'backup and restore -> Backup'
• - Select 'wipe data/factory reset' (MUST DO)
• - Flash the zip. To do this, Select 'install zip from sdcard -> choose zip from sdcard' and select the Xperia_Arc_Sense_Signed_ideosdevzack.zip
• - Flash gapps if you want them!
• Reboot (first boot will take ~5 mins)

Download Link :Here ALPHA 2
 

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Official image of the upcoming Sony Xperia Z (Yuga) leaks

2012 is gone and Sony is gearing up to announce its flagship Android phones for the new year. Two official images managed to slip through the cracks before the January 7 press conference, those of the Sony Xperia Z and the Xperia Odin.

Both images are hosted on SonyMobile.com and in the case of the Xperia Z, the image filename confirms the name (the phone used to be known by its ‘Yuga’ codename).

The Sony Xperia Z will enter the arena with other phones with 5” 1080p screens this year but it also puts Sony into the quad-core race with its Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset. The Z will come out with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean at launch.

The Xperia Z packs a 12MP camera, which reportedly performs better than the 13MP shooter on the Xperia T. There's a dedicated shutter key.

We found out a lot more details about it from the early preview of a pre-production unit.

Source | Via

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Leaks : Sony ‘Yuga’ C660X gets extensive preview ahead of announcement

 

Mobile-Review has done it again, detailing a significant preview of an as-yet unreleased Sony Xperia handset. Their preview of the Sony C660X (C6603) ‘Yuga’ leaves no stone uncovered as it reveals pretty much everything about the handset, however it’s worth noting that this preview is based on a prototype.

First of all, let’s talk specs. The Yuga has a 5-inch 1080p display that will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset (APQ8064 & MDM9615) with 1.5GHz quad-core processor and Adreno 320 GPU. It will come with 2GB RAM, a microSD memory card slot (we’re not sure what internal storage this has, if any), LTE and a 13MP camera. The prototype previewed was running Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean.

Via Mobile-Review.

Thanks to the many of you that sent this in!

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News : Sony Yuga (C660X): A couple more photos unveiled

Russian site Mobile-Review has revealed a couple of photos of the upcoming Sony Yuga (C6603). It doesn’t reveal anything new as we had already seen some leaked photos of the handset a while back. However, author Eldar Murtazin, normally known for his disdain of Sony Mobile products has sung the praises of the prototype Yuga.

“Each technological revolution leads to a totally fantastic device that we could not ask for a few more decades,” Eldar says (translated). He goes on to say that the large dispolay and powerful Qualcomm chipset “makes a fabulous combination”. His main criticism comes in the form of how hot the handset can become, “warm as a stove” is how the author describes it. Hopefully, we’ll hear more on the handset in the coming weeks. 

Via Mobile –Review.

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“Xperia Diagnostics” trademarked; app on the way

The European patent office has trademarked a new term from Sony Mobile: Xperia Diagnostics. The description of the listing says that it is “downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application”. We’re not entirely sure exactly what purpose the app will serve, but it will probably be some kind of systems and maintenance app as the name suggests. Perhaps we’ll hear more of this at CES next month.

Via juggly.cn.

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News : Xperia Yuga to have Exynos 5 Quad chipset, 5" OLED display?

This probably comes from the "if only" sections of the rumor mill, but a rumor about Sony's upcoming flagship, the C660X Yuga, promises that the Japanese company will deliver on its promise to release a phone to compete with the iPhone 5 and Galaxy S III in a big way.

According to a poster in the IT168 forums, the Sony C660X Yuga will pack a Samsung Exynos 5 Quad chipset (marking a move away from Qualcomm), 3GB of RAM and a 16MP camera, all behind a 5" OLED display of 1080p resolution. The rumor further suggests there will be 128GB of built-in storage, a 3000mAh battery, plus water and dust resistance and an IR port.

Now, there is some credibility to this rumor. The Samsung Galaxy S IV is also rumored to use an Exynos 5 Quad chipset. And a 5" 1080p display is quite probable, considering other companies are already launching phones with such screens. The Sony Xperia V is water and dust proof, the Xperia Tablet S has an IR port for remote control functions and so on.

But then reality steps in - a quad-core A15 processor might be a bit much, even for a 3000mAh battery, and not to mention that Sony doesn’t usually use the biggest batteries and has never made a phone with an OLED display. Also, earlier leaks suggest that the Yuga will use a 12MP camera.

A different rumor all together is that the phone will have a glass back a la iPhone 4/4S and the Nexus 4. That's not out of the question - we still haven’t had a clear look at the Yuga's back as all the spy shots are quite dark.

Well, Sony is supposed to bring its next flagship at CES and MWC, so it will take a little patience but we'll know the Yuga's specs soon enough.

Source 1 (in Chinese) • Source 2 | Via

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News : Sony’s 2013 flagship will have a glass-back, is this a deal-breaker for you?

Sony Mobile’s new flagship to be launched during Q1 2013 is expected to have a glass front and back. This is pretty much a given for the handset codenamed Yuga (C660X). We have this confirmed by our own sources, along with the photo leaks a while back. The question we have today is how much of a hindrance is this for you?

The most popular example of a phone with a glass back is the Apple iPhone 4/4S and there’s no denying that it had abnormally high faults related to people cracking the back of the phone. There’s a good reason why phones don’t normally come with glass backs and that comes down to practicality. Knowing a phone has a glass back means placing it down that much more carefully and probably means a case or bumper is an essential accessory for many.

We’ve started to hear similar stories over the LG Nexus 4. Reports suggest that placing the handset on a cold surface, such as a kitchen granite surface, can cause the glass to crack after it has been held in a warm hand. There’s no denying that it gives the handset a premium look, but in your view is the aesthetics worth what you end up losing in terms of practicality? Or does it not bother you since you use a case for your phone anyway? We’d love to hear your thoughts on this in the comments below.

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[ROM][Assaye-V0-0-5][T/TX][STOCK7.0.A.3.195 Unlocked or Locked][DEODEXED][30/11/2012]

 

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Introducing

ROM-Assaye-V0.0.5
[Stock based-7.0.A.195] [LT30p][Unlocked and Locked Bootloaders]
In collaboration with vinss68

No claims, no nonsense, this is just a rom for people who need a stock deodexed rom to help with theming etc. and want a trusted source.
This is just made from dsixda's Android Kitchen and I hesitate to call it development. [MOD's, if you think it should be moved, feel free] Its just something I did and thought I should share

Feedback is actively encouraged

Features

• Based on [STOCK FIRMWARE][LT30p]7.0.A.3.195
• Certain Bloatware I dont use removed {Like EAGames, Zombies, wisepilot etc}
• Fully deodexed (Except one file for playstationcertified)
• Added my [MOD] Xperia T 14 statusbar toggles with settings Credit Peetr_
• Added SuperSU Credit Chainfire
• Added gmail.apk from 4.2 ROM
• AOSP Lockscreen

Full changelog in post 2

Installation for Unlocked Bootloader

• Make a backup- Always backup just in case you ****up
• Flash my kernel from here or advanced stock kernel found here Credit lzyllp (This is to get Recovery and root. Also, the kernel has a lot of tweaks. Choose either T or TX depending on your phone.) SiyahKernel-XT Alpha 0.2 kernel also works well.
• Enter recovery
• Factory reset
• Flash rom.

Installation for Locked Bootloader

• Use flashtool to flash any generic 7.0.A.1.303 ftf.
• Root using Bin4ry's method.
• Install CMW for locked bootloaders
• Enter recovery, factory reset and flash the ROM. Then flash the flashable version of CMW recovery for locked bootloaders before you reboot.
• FIX FOR BOOTLOOP WITH EXTENDED BATTERY MODE. Flash this in flashtool to update your kernel to stock 7.0.A.3.195 Stock kernel
  [All the tools and links can be found from the all in one thread here]

Optional Installation Step

• If you are coming from a ROM with the same base you can advance restore you data partition in CMW to get all your apps back.
• You can also flash the build.prop and init.d tweaks from vinss68 found in post 4. These tweaks are maintained by vinss68 so any questions regarding these should be directed to him. Thanks vinss68

Known Bugs and Fixes (If applicable)

Code:

Bug 
Bootloop for those who are on a locked bootloader and enable extended battery mode.
Version
All
Cause
Using a 7.0.A.3.195 ROM with a 7.0.A.1.303 kernel.
Fix
Flash this file in flashtool to update the kernel to 7.0.A.3.195.

For our friends from across the pond who have to deal with dodgy carriers like Rogers, bell and AT&T, this may not work. Your carriers are precious people who dont want you to have your freedom. I can provide you with the fix if you can provide me with a stock FTF of your latest firmware update.

How to Report Bugs

Answer these questions.
1. Which version of the ROM did you download? Please provide the download link.
2. Are you on a locked or unlocked bootloader?
3. Which kernel are you on?
4. Have you flashed anything else, or is the bug coming from a CLEAN install of this ROM?
5. What are the symtpons of the bug?
6. How can I reproduce the bug?
7. Can you provide a logcat?
8. Any other comments that might help me or others to help you.

Credits

Thilinac, seraj, r35471853, Till-Kruspe for use of their mods [I am not a dev, just bringing lots of nice mods together into a stock ROM.]
DooMLoRD for lots of help in the past (and hopefully the future) he is the main guy!
Championshipswimmer for a lot of help with cygwin/linux
Androxyde, Bin4ry, zidzhu, blagus, the_laser and many more for their tireless work on the Xperia line of phones.
peetr_ for the port of the 14 status power notifaction toggle
recoba23 for the resize of navigation buttons.

Download

V0-0-5 Xperia T
Assaye-V-0-0-5-gregbradley T.zip - 457.72 MB
V0-0-5 Xperia TX (Untested, I dont have a TX, waiting for confirmation it works)
Assaye-V-0-0-5-gregbradley TX.zip - 457.72 MB
V0-0-4 Xperia T
Assaye-V-0-0-4-gregbradley T.zip - 454.19 MB
V0-0-4 Xperia TX (Untested, I dont have a TX, waiting for confirmation it works)
Assaye-V-0-0-4-gregbradley TX.zip - 444.90 MB
V0-0-3 Xperia T
Assaye-V-0-0-3-gregbradley T.zip - 446.66 MB
V0-0-3 Xperia TX (Untested, I dont have a TX, waiting for confirmation it works)
Assaye-V-0-0-3-gregbradley TX.zip - 444.79 MB
V0-0-2
No Release
V0-0-1
No Release

Disclaimer

As usual, I am not responsible for turning your beloved phone into a bookend, please read and educate yourself fully before attempting any mod on your phone. And if you drop it down the toilet it has nothing to do with me

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