KitKat 14.3.A.0.757 (Quick Review) - Sony Xperia Z Ultra

Sony PCC downloaded the update overnight. But failed to install it on phone in morning. I got the phone stuck with 'Failed Update...' message on boot. Got me worried.
Looked over google. Downloaded Sony Update Service: http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/
Copied all files downloaded by Sony PCC in 'C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db' folder to 'C:\Program files\Sony Ericsson\Update Service\db\'
This made Update Service think that it has downloaded the update already (saved the time and agony to download 1GB update again)
One day KK usage report (My XZU is unrooted, stock ROM and Kernel)
- Better touch response in games. Asphalt 8 runs smoother and faster than 4.3.
- No lags, no memory leaks, no overheat (everything is almost similar to 4.3 or a bit better I would say)
[Free memory on boot ~.93GB and after a few hours of gameplay and browsing is 870MB]
[Battery drain overnight (9 hours in sleep mode) was just 1%]
- System sounds are louder than 4.3 with xLOUD on.
- Immersive Mode: I noticed various apps and games didn't support this. So I installed Immersive Full-Screen Mode (no root required)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=be.ppareit.immersivemode
This app is just awesome. Now I can play many games in Immersive mode and even apps like Adobe reader can use this feature of KK.
Overall I am very happy with this update. Good job Sony!! :good:

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You mean to say theres another build ? 14.3.A.0.757 ?
I have the ZU C6802 with 14.3.A.0.681 and there's no xLoud?

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malakalofung said:
You mean to say theres another build ? 14.3.A.0.757 ?
I have the ZU C6802 with 14.3.A.0.681 and there's no xLoud?
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Yes its a fix for bugs found on .681
http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/04/0...-and-z1-compact-fixes-kitkat-sound-bug-issue/
For xLOUD go to System Settings -> Sound -> Sound Effects -> Sound Enhancements -> Settings.

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did you have issues with the camera before this update? if so, its fixed right?

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I just updated to .757, should.i do factory reset ?
Sent from my C6802 using xda app-developers app

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arlmsk said:
I just updated to .757, should.i do factory reset ?
Sent from my C6802 using xda app-developers app
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That's completely up to you to decide, but it's not necessary.

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shafiq_riser said:
did you have issues with the camera before this update? if so, its fixed right?
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I was on build .136 and it had no camera issues.
arlmsk said:
I just updated to .757, should.i do factory reset ?
Sent from my C6802 using xda app-developers app
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No need to factory reset if you don't see any lag or issues. I did not do factory reset, everything is running fine.

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Im having a camera issues after updating to kitkat
Sent from my C6833 using XDA Premium HD app

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Running .681 with camera issues... When i click the shutter button with the rear facing camera, the entire app freezes.

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shafiq_riser said:
Running .681 with camera issues... When i click the shutter button with the rear facing camera, the entire app freezes.
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Better update to .757 then. Camera working fine.
ayim said:
Im having a camera issues after updating to kitkat
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On .681 or .757?

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manigma said:
Better update to .757 then. Camera working fine.
On .681 or .757?
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.757 isn't available yet for me...
And I'm quite sure he meant .681 as there are many people on .681 with that problem, even on XDA

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shafiq_riser said:
.757 isn't available yet for me...
And I'm quite sure he meant .681 as there are many people on .681 with that problem, even on XDA
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Currently on 757
Sent from my XT925 using Tapatalk

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Is this the same androind version 4.4.2 or is it the newer 4.4.4?? I´m adownloading it

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lams_007 said:
Is this the same androind version 4.4.2 or is it the newer 4.4.4?? I´m adownloading it
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Still 4.4.2. It's a bugfix update.

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After using the 757, i think the image quality of the camera is a bit better in lowllight, less artifact, and more detail compared to 681. Might be the first time that i can say i like the superior auto result. And plus with manual setting, the low iso puts it a bit darker compared to previous version, which puts an auto contrast/brightness layer after capturing the image. The next improvement is the wifi seems to be a lot stronger. Used to be 1-2bar on the second floor, but now a 3 bar is not that seldom. Overall I'd say it's an improvement compared to 681
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shafiq_riser said:
Running .681 with camera issues... When i click the shutter button with the rear facing camera, the entire app freezes.
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shafiq_riser said:
.757 isn't available yet for me...
And I'm quite sure he meant .681 as there are many people on .681 with that problem, even on XDA
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I haven't heard of anyone who flashed full ftf with wipe and had the camera issue.. I'm pretty much certain the bug isn't a bug - it's a result a not wiping data or not flashing ALL files in ftf.. Therefore, op if hasn't had the "bug" in either 681 nor 757 as he/she must have performed a full flash.
Conclusion, bug is procedural only and will still remain in this update if your don't flash the complete ftf with full wipe
(meaning lb users stuck with it I guess )
Sent from my C6833 using Tapatalk

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iBuzman said:
I haven't heard of anyone who flashed full ftf with wipe and had the camera issue.. I'm pretty much certain the bug isn't a bug - it's a result a not wiping data or not flashing ALL files in ftf.. Therefore, op if hasn't had the "bug" in either 681 nor 757 as he/she must have performed a full flash.
Conclusion, bug is procedural only and will still remain in this update if your don't flash the complete ftf with full wipe
(meaning lb users stuck with it I guess )
Sent from my C6833 using Tapatalk
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Agree with you sir. before flash, I do factory reset. And never faced any of problems.:fingers-crossed:

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iBuzman said:
I haven't heard of anyone who flashed full ftf with wipe and had the camera issue.. I'm pretty much certain the bug isn't a bug - it's a result a not wiping data or not flashing ALL files in ftf.. Therefore, op if hasn't had the "bug" in either 681 nor 757 as he/she must have performed a full flash.
Conclusion, bug is procedural only and will still remain in this update if your don't flash the complete ftf with full wipe
(meaning lb users stuck with it I guess )
Sent from my C6833 using Tapatalk
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Thing is, I didn't use flashtool. I used Sony update centre to update my phone. So it was updated through official means. Also, there's no ftf for Singapore .681 so I'm not sure what to flash. Can I just flash any countries ftf on my phone despite being in Singapore as long as its for the same device? Or will there be compatibility issues?

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hansip87 said:
Overall I'd say it's an improvement compared to 681
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Yes, much better.
Battery drain overnight (9 hours in sleep mode) was just 1% :good:

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shafiq_riser said:
Thing is, I didn't use flashtool. I used Sony update centre to update my phone. So it was updated through official means. Also, there's no ftf for Singapore .681 so I'm not sure what to flash. Can I just flash any countries ftf on my phone despite being in Singapore as long as its for the same device? Or will there be compatibility issues?
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I updated with Sony Update Service too (SUS) www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/
But from .136 to .757 (not .681)
Have you not received .757 update in Singapore yet? I am sure it will be seeded anytime. Wait till next week.