hey,
i got android 4.0.3 on my neo since some months now and i really want to change something. i already supercharged it but its very slow. expecially the normal apps like browser, facebook, pictures, contacts and so on needs very long to load.
so i want to ask whats the best way to make it faster? downgrade to 2.3, install an rom (which one?) or something else?
thanks
Geltos said:
hey,
i got android 4.0.3 on my neo since some months now and i really want to change something. i already supercharged it but its very slow. expecially the normal apps like browser, facebook, pictures, contacts and so on needs very long to load.
so i want to ask whats the best way to make it faster? downgrade to 2.3, install an rom (which one?) or something else?
thanks
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If you wanna go to GB then i would recommend you Codename 7 by emannxperia.
Its the fastest and most stable GB rom for neo V.
hm, in the sample video it doesent seems much faster than my 4.0.3
when i think back i think to remember that the apps were instant open when i clicked on contacts or some other app... do i maybe just remember wrong?
Geltos said:
hm, in the sample video it doesent seems much faster than my 4.0.3
when i think back i think to remember that the apps were instant open when i clicked on contacts or some other app... do i maybe just remember wrong?
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First try it and then comment
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Geltos said:
hey,
i got android 4.0.3 on my neo since some months now and i really want to change something. i already supercharged it but its very slow. expecially the normal apps like browser, facebook, pictures, contacts and so on needs very long to load.
so i want to ask whats the best way to make it faster? downgrade to 2.3, install an rom (which one?) or something else?
thanks
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Hi, if you have unlocked bootloader you can try Polish blood. Fastest among the few roms I've tried. If you're into customization, give Miui4 a shot. Both are ICS 4.0.4 btw, though they are much better than the stock one.
Polish blood:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1666171
Miui4:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1553585
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and if you have locked bootloader you can try jj's hybrid faster and lighter then stock 4.0.4 and stable...
JJ's Hybrid: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1542115
I also recommend you the Polish Blood if u have an unlocked bootloader. It is really the fastest rom I've ever used. I became obsessed with free ram issue and this rom has more than 200 mb free ram. It has some minor bugs but they are not important for me now and they will also be fixed in the next releases. No need to go back to 2.3.4 I think. 4.0.4 is also good now.
If you care about visualization or something different you can try miui roms like Dctuazon mentioned too.
However you can not know if you do not try. It is your choice!!
i already installed 2.3.4 again :S
i also installed the codename 7 and its really really fast
it was a lot of work to reinstall the whole phone but now it works ablolutly perfect.
thanks to all
Geltos said:
i already installed 2.3.4 again :S
i also installed the codename 7 and its really really fast
it was a lot of work to reinstall the whole phone but now it works ablolutly perfect.
thanks to all
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Hit thanks :thumbup:
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Hi guys,
I have an SI number of 1246-9893 and i am sadly still waiting on the ICS update for my phone from sony.
I've been toying with the idea of flashing the standard ICS rom but have a few questions;
1 - in flashing a standard ICS rom, will i lose the annoying xperia timescape overlay? I've been using launcher pro for years and love it, but i'd far rather use the standard system with android, but i can't due to sony's overlay with the funny coloured dock etc if you get me!
2 - Is there a way to remove the annoying bloatware that came on my phone? I'm assuming that flashing a bog standard ICS rom will remove these programs that i never use?
3 - Can anyone suggest a suitable ROM that fits the criteria above if it exists? I've heard there is a standard ICS rom available, would that be the best bet? I'd prefer a ROM thats as close to the original as possible, the fancy features of some of the ROMS aren't really what i'm after, just something that runs faster with the nice touches that ICS has over gingerbread.
Thank you in advance for any help if i take some time replying, dodgy connection at the moment.
And apologies if this is in the wrong section.
Cheers
you can try out the ics pureness in dev section, i havent tried it but should be ok, or KA21.1...
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try ice cream pureness 10
it is gr8 rom with no bloatware !!
Thanks for the replies.
Is there an official ICS rom, made by Android themselves that i can flash do you know?
After reading trough bunch of posts in Neo section i just felt the urge to write this.
Srsly ppls, whats all the fuss about ICS on neo?
I dont get some ppls here, Sony gave u ICS choice.
If they dident give you ICS, you wld complain "Y U NO GIVE US ICS!!"
So they give it,and you are like "Y U NO MAKE ICS RUN AWESOME ON MEH NEO?!"
Eh? get my point?
Nao "was" awesome phone in GB times. It runs ICS decent, if u know how to make it run decent. its still an ok mid class phone!
Why dont we all accept Neo as it is? :good:
Cheers.
Have to agree with you that there are a lot of people whining on XDA and Sony forums. The problem is that most users don't know how to get the most out of their phone, like rooting unlocking bootloaders etc.
Sony did a decent job, at least they pushed out ICS, unlike Galaxy Ace and W(urgh) Gaming is however quite bad on ICS, which is why I am back on GB.
An ICS guide can be found in my sig. It's been gathering dust lately...
I've managed to somewise speed up mine stock Neo ICS by manually removing bloatware with RootExplorer and with AutoKiller Memory Optimizer
I´ve tried the stock ics rom but just doesnt deliver... i just got an hybrid rom, and i´m thinking about give it a chance to cyanogen...overall its ok... i´m not going back to gb so soon...
I don't have unlocked bootloader so I can't install custom rom but however I'm satisfied with this solution atm
Did you unlocked your bootloader?
grindelwald said:
I don't have unlocked bootloader so I can't install custom rom but however I'm satisfied with this solution atm
Did you unlocked your bootloader?
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yes i did. currently im running stock ICS with removed bloatware, some automatic task killer (supercharger..well just dident gave it a shot yet), and i put some background services under control. i wont dare to say its silky smooth, but it gets the job done on normal day usage. enough for me!
My phone usage has limited to Go Sms Pro, Calls, Facebook, a little browsing and Using camera A LOT!!! Oh and GPS. I dont even bother with overclocking the CPU as I have no use of that. And I have a rooted X10 Mini Pro with unlocked bootlader running MiniCM7.
But I have gotten bored of the MiniCM7 look. Its too simple :S and the launchers require too much customization. Currently on sslauncher. So I was thinking of going back to official ROM, but need suggestions. Should I stick to custom and wait wait wait hoping Semc Debrand Engine will be usable on a daily basis some day or just go back to official?
Yeah, am looking for the original Sony look on my phone back
Fas1h said:
My phone usage has limited to Go Sms Pro, Calls, Facebook, a little browsing and Using camera A LOT!!! Oh and GPS. I dont even bother with overclocking the CPU as I have no use of that. And I have a rooted X10 Mini Pro with unlocked bootlader running MiniCM7.
But I have gotten bored of the MiniCM7 look. Its too simple :S and the launchers require too much customization. Currently on sslauncher. So I was thinking of going back to official ROM, but need suggestions. Should I stick to custom and wait wait wait hoping Semc Debrand Engine will be usable on a daily basis some day or just go back to official?
Yeah, am looking for the original Sony look on my phone back
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You could go back to stock firmware, but your phone will feel slower, because it doesn't have native jit. and thus the application0code will be run slower than MiniCM7.
You could try to install the Xperia S Home by Serajr on your phone to get that native SE look and feel, it is in here
The installation procedure seems a bit complicated but don't let that put you off
Thanks, trying that out now.
SmG67 said:
You could go back to stock firmware, but your phone will feel slower, because it doesn't have native jit. and thus the application0code will be run slower than MiniCM7.
You could try to install the Xperia S Home by Serajr on your phone to get that native SE look and feel, it is in here
The installation procedure seems a bit complicated but don't let that put you off
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Thanks for helping a second time first with the unlocking bootloader/rooting. And now this.
I use the SonyStyle rom, gives you the look of the stock sony rom but running 2.3.7, maybe that will interest you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1151499
SmG67 said:
You could go back to stock firmware, but your phone will feel slower, because it doesn't have native jit. and thus the application0code will be run slower than MiniCM7.
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I don´t think that the stock 2.1 is slower that minicm7 actualy I back to 2.1 and is the same thing. The only problem with back to 2.1 is flash support (minicm9/10 also fail with this option...)
stikkki said:
I use the SonyStyle rom, gives you the look of the stock sony rom but running 2.3.7, maybe that will interest you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1151499
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Thanks, but i'll stick with MiniCM7 and this xperia S style. For now my only issue was the launcher.
Hi,
I have just got the Xperia U for the wife and was wondering if its worth 'upgrading' it to ICS before giving it to her.
It has to be stable, and quick. She is coming from a Galaxy ace so I know this phone will feel quicker straight away cus its better spec'd. I just dont know if its worth keeping it on gingerbread cus she will NOT be flashing custom roms like the majority of us do on here.!!!!
What do youse think I should do?
I had to do this recently for my mum.
Flash the C firmware, root it and add cwm.
Delete all the pointless apps, delete the boot and shutdown animations from t mobile. Flash the 4.7.2 camera mod and status bar toggles. It seems really nice to use so far! She's not compained about anything so far with it
Sent from my Jellybean Xperia S
thanks! this is a great little phone. nice and user friendly. kinda wanted to keep it stock for her tho, cus the more i change the more likely im guna grab the phone off her and check it for kernel updates etc. !
I do like the idea of removing all the junk software that lots of branded phones come with. But the one i got her is already unlocked and doesnt come with a lot of bloat as standard.
maybe i should of asked, shall i keep this phone Stock Gingerbread, or stock ICS?
Technically what I said is still stock ics, it just removes the junk to make the phone smoother and faster
Sent from my Jellybean Xperia S
Ben36 said:
Technically what I said is still stock ics, it just removes the junk to make the phone smoother and faster
Sent from my Jellybean Xperia S
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ah i didnt realise the C firmware u mentioned was stock ICS t-mobile, i understand now. thanks m8
Yea. It's the latest firmware. But the only available version is branded t mobile, hence the root and removing like i did. Then its just a plain rom again
Sent from my Jellybean Xperia S
ICS is loads quicker, I put on the b54 one I think it was as its generic, then I just rooted and removed some of the junk and it runs well, loads better than GB.
Ben36 said:
I had to do this recently for my mum.
Flash the C firmware, root it and add cwm.
Delete all the pointless apps, delete the boot and shutdown animations from t mobile. Flash the 4.7.2 camera mod and status bar toggles. It seems really nice to use so far! She's not compained about anything so far with it
Sent from my Jellybean Xperia S
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Or just flash my generic nordic ftf which is pretty bloatfree, just a hint to OP.
Sent from my Xperia U using Tapatalk 2
You should go for ICS, it's quite smooth and easy to use. Also install one of those apps that makes the transparent bar work as notification light.
Yeah.. you should go with the ICS...
Having this same thought, for my gf that recently got an Xperia U.
The thing is, it works fine for her now. Would it be oh so much better for her to upgrade to ICS.
It at least needs to be just as snappy as Gingerbread and I'm reading quite some negative reviews about the ICS update. Less snappy and everything. Confusing reviews as you all here are very positive about the ICS update.
But you can hear it coming already if ICS makes it slower "Sweety, you made my phone slow!!!"
Hello,
I have Sola for 6 months by now and it was a hell of a phone till i decided to upgrade to ICS. After that, my performance decreased signifcantly and I can't even do simple tasks. Tasks which a low end phone can do, even better then mine, such as the simple Galaxy Y S5360. And, yes, i get pissed when I look this phone behaving better then mine.
I tried to downgrade to GB, to upgrade to ICS, install a custom ROM of ICS and etc. Lately i tried Munjeni JellyBean, and after that, eXperience Innovation ROM. All of them have a good performance, but still, they do poorly then the Galaxy Y.
I miss my performance and i want to ask you guys, how the hell can i have my phone acting like a real dual-core phone?
Hope you guys can help me
Thanks
deliz said:
Hello,
I have Sola for 6 months by now and it was a hell of a phone till i decided to upgrade to ICS. After that, my performance decreased signifcantly and I can't even do simple tasks. Tasks which a low end phone can do, even better then mine, such as the simple Galaxy Y S5360. And, yes, i get pissed when I look this phone behaving better then mine.
I tried to downgrade to GB, to upgrade to ICS, install a custom ROM of ICS and etc. Lately i tried Munjeni JellyBean, and after that, eXperience Innovation ROM. All of them have a good performance, but still, they do poorly then the Galaxy Y.
I miss my performance and i want to ask you guys, how the hell can i have my phone acting like a real dual-core phone?
Hope you guys can help me
Thanks
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The jb roms are not really stable yet. You can try experience v2 rom which is ics based rom and then if you have an unlocked bootloader u can change kernels or even oc ur device. And also what di you mean by slower?
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I mean that i can't even multitask with dolphin browser and some other app without having major slowliness in the phone. Or anything that my phone can possibly do (by his specs) and is not being able to do it. I have to uninstall Facebook app and Messenger app cause they crap the hell out of my phone.
Won't the GB experience would be faster/more efficient? Can't you guys reccomend me any "THE ****" rom for Sola? I mean...a kernel and a rom that can really bring me the experience of having a good phone (again).
Thanks
deliz said:
I mean that i can't even multitask with dolphin browser and some other app without having major slowliness in the phone. Or anything that my phone can possibly do (by his specs) and is not being able to do it. I have to uninstall Facebook app and Messenger app cause they crap the hell out of my phone.
Won't the GB experience would be faster/more efficient? Can't you guys reccomend me any "THE ****" rom for Sola? I mean...a kernel and a rom that can really bring me the experience of having a good phone (again).
Thanks
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Ohh well yeah i think this rom was not really meant for multitasking though but i think this rom is better than the stock ics http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162832
How about you try that out too? And also i suggest the speedy kernel just search it and youll see that kernel. Good day
Sent from my MT27i
deliz said:
I mean that i can't even multitask with dolphin browser and some other app without having major slowliness in the phone. Or anything that my phone can possibly do (by his specs) and is not being able to do it. I have to uninstall Facebook app and Messenger app cause they crap the hell out of my phone.
Won't the GB experience would be faster/more efficient? Can't you guys reccomend me any "THE ****" rom for Sola? I mean...a kernel and a rom that can really bring me the experience of having a good phone (again).
Thanks
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i am very happy that i can make tweaks
i am using jb with my own tweaks and mods
and my phone is flying i don't have any kind of lag at all
i will release my tweaks soon
and the rom when i get enough time
Thank you all for your answers.
I'm installing Speedy Sola v5.5 now and eXperience™ v2...I will report in a few hours.
I've tried to install the kernel via CWM and my phone got stuck on the boot screen.
Tried with 2 SpeedySola kernels already (ICS and JB) and they do not work.
Just reporting.
deliz said:
I've tried to install the kernel via CWM and my phone got stuck on the boot screen.
Tried with 2 SpeedySola kernels already (ICS and JB) and they do not work.
Just reporting.
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Wait there is a kernel for the experience v2 included i the zip u fastboot that first and then u copy the kernel in sd then flash it via recovery. Or if you already do that try wiping data. Hope that helps
Sent from my MT27i
I ****ed up.
I was randomly installing kernels (dumb attitude) until my phone just can't run CWM anymore. Nor being at flashmode or fastboot @usb connection.
What the heck can i do?
deliz said:
I ****ed up.
I was randomly installing kernels (dumb attitude) until my phone just can't run CWM anymore. Nor being at flashmode or fastboot @usb connection.
What the heck can i do?
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Ohh I think u really be careful with kernels but try pressing power plus vol up button until it vibrates 3 times then try fastbooting again. Or try flashing stock ics again and start there
Sent from my MT27i
Hey!
I managed to flash the ICS stock from somewhere and it is kinda flying right now.
But i have a little feeling inside of me telling me that it will suck soon...so, i'm gonna give a chance to eXperience then.
Thanks and see ya
deliz said:
Hey!
I managed to flash the ICS stock from somewhere and it is kinda flying right now.
But i have a little feeling inside of me telling me that it will suck soon...so, i'm gonna give a chance to eXperience then.
Thanks and see ya
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Yes just try it I think there will be an update for that too just keep checking on it. Goodluck
Sent from my MT27i
deliz said:
Hey!
I managed to flash the ICS stock from somewhere and it is kinda flying right now.
But i have a little feeling inside of me telling me that it will suck soon...so, i'm gonna give a chance to eXperience then.
Thanks and see ya
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Root it and debloat it asap. It would fly on and won't get back to Earth then, I bet.
Back up always before doing stuff
Before even thinking about installing new roms, kernels,mods, tweaks.. anything be sure that you've backed up using recovery and have saved it not only on your phone but your pc also.. that way if anything f***s up, all you need to do is restore and your saved.
Okay, i need your guys help again.
My phone did great till now, but its kinda slow already. So, i want to upgrade the kernel/rom/whatever to make it fly again. Would you guys recommend me some updates?
I was thinking of "eXperience Innovation" or maybe "Ultimate Rom V11". Those roms will make my phone better? As i said previously, I just need my phone behaving like a dual-core powerful phone as it is.
Thanks :cyclops:
Install cm9 or cm10.1. best roms for our phones, hands down
I suggest that you must try project xvr rom, its more stable and really smooth, no problem with multitasking, etc.
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