Hey crew.
So I've searched high and low for information about the 6.0.1 update for Z5 (Compact). I've seen news pertaining to a global rollout for the Z2 and Z3 series, and have read that there was a plan for it to be released to Z5 series soon (these articles were back in early April). However, anything relevant for the 6.0.1 update on Z5 series has been vague information. I haven't found anything on the forums relating to this topic.
I was curious to see if anyone knew anything more about the 6.0.1 update for the Z5 series, or had sources to link to?
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Also, I'm curious to know what everyone's experience on 6.0 has been so far for Z5 compact. I've seen a lot of mixed reviews, mostly negative based on bugs and issues relating to Wifi, External Storage, Google Play Services crashing, etc. Then I've seen other posts saying these things have been fixed, while others are still waiting for a fix. So it's been a lot of conflicting information, and I've remained on Lollipop (on AT&T in the US). So are there fixes for these issues, and is it worth it to upgrade to Marshmallow in the meantime?
I've not had any issues that I can think of. 6.0 has run fine, however since I rooted I have had issues.
Firstly I have Wi-Fi issues. This may not be due to root but my phone definitely isn't as good at retaining a good connection. This occurs when I'm at university walking about and the phone is connectecting and disconnecting from different routers. I don't get any Wi-Fi issues at home though.
Secondly, I'm victim of the "Fingerprint hardware is not available" issue that you can find in another post. Many consider it's an issue with the dose function since it affects some Nexus devices. Mine seems to break daily, but I've given up using it for the mean time. This is the main issue I have and want 6.0.1 to fix.
And finally I've have random slow downs and non responsiveness here and there, but nothing too serious. Sometimes all but the nav keys go unresponsive, so I have to lock and unlock. But this is hardly an issue, just an annoyance.
I've also looked around for 6.0.1 info and websites are all vague and unreliable. I like the phone but it's in a constant state of "this needs to be fixed" which I fear won't be for another few months. Sony are pushing their X range right now so I'm afraid that the Z5 is already being neglected. However I think their lack of update may mean they're trying to get it right this time round. All we can do is hope and be patient.
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I've not had any issues that I can think of. 6.0 has run fine, however since I rooted I have had issues.
Firstly I have Wi-Fi issues. This may not be due to root but my phone definitely isn't as good at retaining a good connection. This occurs when I'm at university walking about and the phone is connectecting and disconnecting from different routers. I don't get any Wi-Fi issues at home though.
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The wifi issue is a bug for all versions on this phone. It does not auto connect when the screen is off.
girthmaul said:
The wifi issue is a bug for all versions on this phone. It does not auto connect when the screen is off.
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Something must have changed, though. I didn't have this issue with the original firmware, my phone stayed connected to wifi with screen off. This changed with the update to M. I'm noticing this very obviously, because I hear the GSM or LTE signal noise via my unshielded monitors, which is annoying as hell, when my phone is just lying on the desk.
Do you, or someone else, know, if Sony acknowledged this bug? Because if they're not going to fix it, this will be a reason for me to switch the phone.
6.0.1
I have read from reputed shafiq01(xda member) that the 6.0.1 update is on the way and it brings xperia x features to z5 and UI too and he had previously also been right so just be patient. Xda him and see for yourself.
http://en.yibada.com/articles/12497...w-xperia-z2-xperia-z3-xperia-z4-xperia-z5.htm
Just found this article. Why would the new version (32.1.A.1.163) have a smaller number than the current version (32.1.A.1.185)?
dave
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Just found this article. Why would the new version (32.1.A.1.163) have a smaller number than the current version (32.1.A.1.185)?
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32.1.A.1.163 is for the Z3+. It's the same that the Z5 also got at some point depending on your location/provider.
Don't trust those clickbait sites.
Amanansari said:
I have read from reputed shafiq01(xda member) that the 6.0.1 update is on the way and it brings xperia x features to z5 and UI too and he had previously also been right so just be patient. Xda him and see for yourself.
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Really ? That Will be awesome
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http://en.yibada.com/articles/12497...w-xperia-z2-xperia-z3-xperia-z4-xperia-z5.htm
Just found this article. Why would the new version (32.1.A.1.163) have a smaller number than the current version (32.1.A.1.185)?
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In case of the Z5 Compact, 32.1.A.1.163 was the first Marshmallow firmware released in early March. 32.1.A.1.185 rolled out a month or so later, apparently to fix bugs.
Personally, I haven't run into any issues with Wi-Fi or fingerprint reader in both Marshmallow firmwares. I'm happy with what I have, but 6.0.1 and a more up-to-date security patch wouldn't hurt
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I've installed the B019 OTA update on my mediapad X1 (it's the 3G 7D-501U model). I haven't spotted any differences yet - it's still 4.2.2 and Emotion UI 2.0, but I'm relieved to see they haven't messed with the DPI - it's still at 320.
I think RAM is by far greater than B017 . it is 200 MB higher .
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Can anyone translate this update text?
I tried to update on a rooted device and it didn't work. error with build.prop.
I even tried removing root and still no go.
I guess I'll have to flash back to the stock B006 and then get the update via OTA again.
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Can anyone translate this update text?
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"This upgrade has been upgrading many of the important data is not lost, it is recommended that you upgrade.
Important characteristics and optimizations;
1. Increase the repair function automatically detect the touch screen, Touch screen repair of the micro-damage problem caused by accidents.
2. Optimizing photographic effect.
3. Optimizes stability WIFI connection long time.
4. Optimization models Bluetooth headsets effect.
5. Optimizing call quality under weak signal."
There also appears to be more ram available, around 1.9gigs vs 1.7.gigs from before.
This appears to be the same list of changes from the KitKat leaked build...
The 3G signal does seem a little better, however the Wifi seems hit or miss here in the USA...
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The 3G signal does seem a little better, however the Wifi seems hit or miss here in the USA...
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I would agree the wifi seems to be worse, although a quick disconnect and reconnect usually fixes it.
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I would agree the wifi seems to be worse, although a quick disconnect and reconnect usually fixes it.
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Being a Chinese company, I'm guessing they don't do all that much testing in the USA. (Though to be fair the don't sell here in the USA)
I am hoping this gets better for the official Kitkat upgrade. This is almost the perfect phone for me.. It needs the following.
1. ClockworkMod or TWRP recovery
2. A custom rom of some sort (CM11 would be nice, but I don't think that will ever happen as the market for this phone is small)
3. Much better radio firmware Wifi and Cell (For the US market)
4. US LTE radio? Would be nice
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Being a Chinese company, I'm guessing they don't do all that much testing in the USA. (Though to be fair the don't sell here in the USA)
I am hoping this gets better for the official Kitkat upgrade. This is almost the perfect phone for me.. It needs the following.
1. ClockworkMod or TWRP recovery
2. A custom rom of some sort (CM11 would be nice, but I don't think that will ever happen as the market for this phone is small)
3. Much better radio firmware Wifi and Cell (For the US market)
4. US LTE radio? Would be nice
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Points 1 and 2 can be solved once the sources are available. At present all that's released are the binaries only, so the only mods are some small tweaks here and there, which are available on huafans.cn.
Note also that this phone is largely going to be sold in EMEA and Asia, so ROMs will come from these regions.
As I've said elsewhere, the ORIGINAL Mediapad (s7-301u) was kept alive for 2 years after EOL by 2 Russians, all the way up to 4.2.2 and even a 4.4.2 beta.
joytest said:
Points 1 and 2 can be solved once the sources are available. At present all that's released are the binaries only, so the only mods are some small tweaks here and there, which are available on huafans.cn.
Note also that this phone is largely going to be sold in EMEA and Asia, so ROMs will come from these regions.
As I've said elsewhere, the ORIGINAL Mediapad (s7-301u) was kept alive for 2 years after EOL by 2 Russians, all the way up to 4.2.2 and even a 4.4.2 beta.
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Is there any guarantee that the sources will be released?
This B019 ROM seems to have broken 11n Wifi. Every so often it just hangs and I have to reconnect. However if I switch my router to g only then it's 100% stable.
Moandal said:
This B019 ROM seems to have broken 11n Wifi. Every so often it just hangs and I have to reconnect. However if I switch my router to g only then it's 100% stable.
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That's very interesting as it seems to be the issue with B010 as well, the N wifi seems very unstable, however G seems to be better.
I wonder if there is a way to disable N in the phone?
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That's very interesting as it seems to be the issue with B010 as well, the N wifi seems very unstable, however G seems to be better.
I wonder if there is a way to disable N in the phone?
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I haven't noticed this but will look for it now... I've noticed that it needs a very strong signal...
Apologies in advance for noobish questions...
I bought an unlocked Z5C (US version) at Best Buy a few weeks ago, and have been happy with the phone, even though the fingerprint sensor has been disabled for the US.
I had been hoping for the possibility that when 6.0 was released for the phone, because of the new framework having more fingerprint-related libraries baked in, that the sensor would be enabled. No such luck.
So, my question is, how easy/difficult would it be to somehow enable the fingerprint sensor on the US version of the Z5 Compact?
I've never really gotten too deep into rooting, building, etc., but I am a software developer, so I'd be comfortable with development tools, build environments, modules, etc., but I just don't know where to start with something so specific, having never done it for this platform before.
I'd have to think that there would be some way to do a custom build, either importing fingerprint libraries into a US build, or importing US radio libraries into an international build that has the sensor enabled, or some combination like that?
I'm really just looking for someone to hopefully point me in a direction to try to do this. If there's already a solution, even better, but I'm not holding my breath for that one.
Thanks in advance for any info!
-Mark
Im not positive but I thought both versions have different hardware. If so then the us would not have it?
mario24601 said:
Im not positive but I thought both versions have different hardware. If so then the us would not have it?
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My understanding was that the hardware is still present in the US version, but it was disabled for legal reasons. Could be wrong though.
msamuels0 said:
Apologies in advance for noobish questions...
I bought an unlocked Z5C (US version) at Best Buy a few weeks ago, and have been happy with the phone, even though the fingerprint sensor has been disabled for the US.
I had been hoping for the possibility that when 6.0 was released for the phone, because of the new framework having more fingerprint-related libraries baked in, that the sensor would be enabled. No such luck.
So, my question is, how easy/difficult would it be to somehow enable the fingerprint sensor on the US version of the Z5 Compact?
I've never really gotten too deep into rooting, building, etc., but I am a software developer, so I'd be comfortable with development tools, build environments, modules, etc., but I just don't know where to start with something so specific, having never done it for this platform before.
I'd have to think that there would be some way to do a custom build, either importing fingerprint libraries into a US build, or importing US radio libraries into an international build that has the sensor enabled, or some combination like that?
I'm really just looking for someone to hopefully point me in a direction to try to do this. If there's already a solution, even better, but I'm not holding my breath for that one.
Thanks in advance for any info!
-Mark
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try this method in this thread might be able to activate it if its software locked
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/general/e6653-flash-e6603-firmware-enable-t3307158
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try this method in this thread might be able to activate it if its software locked
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/general/e6653-flash-e6603-firmware-enable-t3307158
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Exactly what I was looking for, thanks!
We'll see how it goes!
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Exactly what I was looking for, thanks!
We'll see how it goes!
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no problem good luck
Let us know if it works, I am curious.
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Let us know if it works, I am curious.
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Quick update...
I finally got a chance to mess with this over the weekend. There is not yet a Custom UK E5823 release for MM, so I tried copying the files from another MM non-us release, and it didn't appear to work. However, I did go and revert back to Lollipop with the latest available UK release, and can at least confirm that the fingerprint hardware is indeed present, as the fingerprint manager then showed up, and the sensor worked. I went back to the latest E5803 Custom US Marshmallow, and will wait until MM is available for UK, and try to copy those files and rebuild again then.
Interesting... that is good to know. It seems that we could buy the US version to get the warranty, then just flash an international firmware to unlock all the functionality. And hopefully down the road, do the mash-up firmware for the best of both worlds!
I'm just surprised they disabled the sensor in the US, especially with the sensor still present in the phone!
Another update...
I tried copying the files from a few other MM builds and repackaging, but none allowed the fingerprint sensor to work on my phone.
However, since people in some other threads had been talking about the Nordic Combined version of firmware, I figured I'd give that a shot without any modifications. And... everything works!
So just to reiterate, I have a US version of the Z5 Compact (E5803, purchased at Best Buy), and updated with the Nordic Combined firmware (1298-7782, Customized NOBA, 32.1.A.1.163/R9C) with no modifications, and everything works perfectly on my phone (registered on T-Mobile), including the fingerprint scanner.
The phone now reports itself as E5823 instead of E5803, but I can live with that!
Fantastic work!
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Another update...
I tried copying the files from a few other MM builds and repackaging, but none allowed the fingerprint sensor to work on my phone.
However, since people in some other threads had been talking about the Nordic Combined version of firmware, I figured I'd give that a shot without any modifications. And... everything works!
So just to reiterate, I have a US version of the Z5 Compact (E5803, purchased at Best Buy), and updated with the Nordic Combined firmware (1298-7782, Customized NOBA, 32.1.A.1.163/R9C) with no modifications, and everything works perfectly on my phone (registered on T-Mobile), including the fingerprint scanner.
The phone now reports itself as E5823 instead of E5803, but I can live with that!
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Congrats!! Wat about cellular reception and call quality, any glitches?? (like echo troubles...)
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Congrats!! Wat about cellular reception and call quality, any glitches?? (like echo troubles...)
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I don't have a US model but an international model, running on Nordic using att and have no issues other than signal bars displaying less signal than i have. I'll show no bars at the same db rating my other phone shows 2 bars. No big deal phone still works fine.
Woo! This makes my day!
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I don't have a US model but an international model, running on Nordic using att and have no issues other than signal bars displaying less signal than i have. I'll show no bars at the same db rating my other phone shows 2 bars. No big deal phone still works fine.
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Yeah, I noticed the signal meter reading lower than it should on the Nordic firmware on US T-Mobile. Getting 20Mbps on 4G with no bars is fine with me.
Amazing news for US version owners
msamuels0 said:
Another update...
I tried copying the files from a few other MM builds and repackaging, but none allowed the fingerprint sensor to work on my phone.
However, since people in some other threads had been talking about the Nordic Combined version of firmware, I figured I'd give that a shot without any modifications. And... everything works!
So just to reiterate, I have a US version of the Z5 Compact (E5803, purchased at Best Buy), and updated with the Nordic Combined firmware (1298-7782, Customized NOBA, 32.1.A.1.163/R9C) with no modifications, and everything works perfectly on my phone (registered on T-Mobile), including the fingerprint scanner.
The phone now reports itself as E5823 instead of E5803, but I can live with that!
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You don't have volte though right?
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Sony phones have always reported lower signal than actually present. No idea why
Possible to revert back?
This is great news. Is it possible to revert back to make it report as the right model for warranty purposes?
Of corse, just flash back US firmaware and it'll be ok.
just flashed "customized uk" version and got my US z5c fingerprint reader up and running. wonder what, if any, issues might arise from running a firmware for a different model, e5823 vs. e5803.
this thing is nice, but man , it does get pretty hot in the back top center. yowza.
Has anyone else noticed frequent GPS issues with the new 5.1.1 update? My D6708 either sees GPS satellites and can't triangulate, or it can't see any. I've reset the agps settings and tried all of the GPS fix apps on the play store, but nothing has worked. Any suggestions?
Yes, have noticed it since the update, both of our phones do it, only thing we have done to get it to work is restart the phone, will work for a while then stop again.
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Yes, have noticed it since the update, both of our phones do it, only thing we have done to get it to work is restart the phone, will work for a while then stop again.
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I've noticed it happen even after I restart the phone several times. I just downgraded back to kitkat, so hopefully that fixes the problem until Sony or the community releases a patch.
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I've noticed it happen even after I restart the phone several times. I just downgraded back to kitkat, so hopefully that fixes the problem until Sony or the community releases a patch.
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I don't think reverting back to KitKat will be with the trouble. 5.1.1 is the possibly the latest and only thing the Z3v will ever get.
randomjoh said:
I've noticed it happen even after I restart the phone several times. I just downgraded back to kitkat, so hopefully that fixes the problem until Sony or the community releases a patch.
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Yeah don't see MM coming or any other patches from VZW or Sony.
I am just killing time with this phone (Z3v) until all the accessories get here so I can start using my BB Priv.
I also noticed this recently. It was the first time I had really used GPS since the latest update. I thought it might be related to having to reattach the back cover due to separation but now it appears it's a more general issue.
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I don't think reverting back to KitKat will be with the trouble. 5.1.1 is the possibly the latest and only thing the Z3v will ever get.
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I reverted back to kitkat, and I'm still having issues with the GPS. I'm pretty sure that the problem is hardware related, so I'm going to have to just wait until my Verizon contract is up. I've read a few articles online with the GPS issues of the Z3 models in general. I'm thinking that it might have just been one of the areas they cut corners on. If anyone has a fix in mind, I'm open to try anything at this point.
any reasons to update? I had a hell of a time unlocking the bootloader and rooting it. I would imagine it would be difficult to update.
I love the table as is...but of course wondering if i would like it even better on EMUI 9.
I like the update so far except for one thing I've noticed which is actually the reason I came to the message board. Ever since I updated I can't connect to any 5ghz WiFi networks.im hoping its a bug fixed in the next security patch. I read about the same thing happening to other Huawei phonesmbut it doesn't fixed. Other than that I noticed that apps load faster and the battery seems a bit better but that's about it. Anything you want me to check for you?
armandosal said:
I like the update so far except for one thing I've noticed which is actually the reason I came to the message board. Ever since I updated I can't connect to any 5ghz WiFi networks.im hoping its a bug fixed in the next security patch. I read about the same thing happening to other Huawei phonesmbut it doesn't fixed. Other than that I noticed that apps load faster and the battery seems a bit better but that's about it. Anything you want me to check for you?
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thanks i get crazy battery life right now, i can let its sit for days and it will lose under .2% per hour. probably not worth the trouble. the 5ghz works right now on 8. I actually dont mind emui, its a nice change from my other tablets running lineage or touchwiz
armandosal said:
I like the update so far except for one thing I've noticed which is actually the reason I came to the message board. Ever since I updated I can't connect to any 5ghz WiFi networks.im hoping its a bug fixed in the next security patch. I read about the same thing happening to other Huawei phonesmbut it doesn't fixed. Other than that I noticed that apps load faster and the battery seems a bit better but that's about it. Anything you want me to check for you?
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Are you currently unlocked, and if so were you about to root?
Thanks
Tool Belt said:
Are you currently unlocked, and if so were you about to root?
Thanks
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yes, but i had to first downgrade the firmware and then pay for the unlock code from funky huawei, i rooted with magisk. its a pita.
I currently have 4 other tablets, all samsung right now. They were all easier to root, but i love the hardware and 16:9 screens on this tablet.
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yes, but i had to first downgrade the firmware and then pay for the unlock code from funky huawei, i rooted with magisk. its a pita.
I currently have 4 other tablets, all samsung right now. They were all easier to root, but i love the hardware and 16:9 screens on this tablet.
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So you used the Magisk protocol where you need to boot to recovery instead of booting to system whenever you reboot...... or turn the tablet on..... to have it rooted on EMUI 9?
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So you used the Magisk protocol where you need to boot to recovery instead of booting to system whenever you reboot...... or turn the tablet on..... to have it rooted on EMUI 9?
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no i haven't tried emui 9, my op was asking if it was worth the trouble. i am on emui 8 rooted with magisk, no issues rebooting to twp or system
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I like the update so far except for one thing I've noticed which is actually the reason I came to the message board. Ever since I updated I can't connect to any 5ghz WiFi networks.
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Same problem here. I have the 8" LTE model, unrooted and with locked bootloader. I was with stock EMUI 8 but I just updated to the official firmware sht-al09 9.0.1.161(c636e2r1p2) via eRecovery and now WiFi 5ghz does not work.
Also the dark mode from Android Pie is not available.
Another reason not to update is the bright background notifications bar. I cannot stand it and it seems not configurable. Instaling a dark theme does not help, it remains white.
armandosal said:
I like the update so far except for one thing I've noticed which is actually the reason I came to the message board. Ever since I updated I can't connect to any 5ghz WiFi networks.im hoping its a bug fixed in the next security patch. I read about the same thing happening to other Huawei phonesmbut it doesn't fixed. Other than that I noticed that apps load faster and the battery seems a bit better but that's about it. Anything you want me to check for you?
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If it cannot handle 5 ghz wifi networks, then I don't want it. My Motorola Z3 phone just upgraded and it handles 5 ghz wifi.
reubenray said:
If it cannot handle 5 ghz wifi networks, then I don't want it. My Motorola Z3 phone just upgraded and it handles 5 ghz wifi.
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Weird. 5ghz working fine on mine. I have read other reports of people not being able to use 5ghz after the update. But all good here.
yeah same here can link to 5 ghz network fine. Im on the wifi only version if that makes a difference. Unfortunately not rooted or unlocked. My biggest regret buying this tablet. But only because I like playing.
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Weird. 5ghz working fine on mine. I have read other reports of people not being able to use 5ghz after the update. But all good here.
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Sounds like it might be a bug then? I can't imagine Huawei intentialy disabling support for 5ghz. I'll wait for the May security patch to see if it gets fixed.
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Sounds like it might be a bug then? I can't imagine Huawei intentialy disabling support for 5ghz. I'll wait for the May security patch to see if it gets fixed.
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What version M5 do you have?
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What version M5 do you have?
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The pro
Wifi 5ghz issue is only on some channel which i think rom is not set the corrent region so some channel not avaliable.
Hey all,
Am I the only one having issues during phone calls? When I call someone, sometimes the call drops randomly and I hear a network fail sound. I can't reproduce it. Sometimes it happens, others don't. Does anyone experience the same or have any solution? I have tried both SIM slots and doesn't help in any way. I have 4g coverage so I don't believe it's a problem with my network provider (vodafone).
Thanks
PS: Why not change the thread title to include 9S model as well?
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Hey all,
Am I the only one having issues during phone calls? When I call someone, sometimes the call drops randomly and I hear a network fail sound. I can't reproduce it. Sometimes it happens, others don't. Does anyone experience the same or have any solution? I have tried both SIM slots and doesn't help in any way. I have 4g coverage so I don't believe it's a problem with my network provider (vodafone).
Thanks
PS: Why not change the thread title to include 9S model as well?
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11.0.8.0 firmware fault
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11.0.8.0 firmware fault
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Is it confirmed? I just returned the smartphone to the shop and asked for a refund since I could not find anyone with the same issue. Now, I'm reluctant to ask for another equipment since it is very frustrating to have such a bug as calls dropping randomly.
alexdspt said:
Is it confirmed? I just returned the smartphone to the shop and asked for a refund since I could not find anyone with the same issue. Now, I'm reluctant to ask for another equipment since it is very frustrating to have such a bug as calls dropping randomly.
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Hello it´s append to to me also,, I´m from Portugal to.
I use this phone for work, and phone calls drop randomly
Same
Just glad I'm not the only one but yes this problem is very annoying
I really want to give xiaomi a chance but this is the most basic function of a phone and it's failing
Previously it also had an issue of losing internet connection but I think they fixed that with a patch so hopefully there will be one soon with this call dropping issue (also sometimes I cannot receive calls either…)
randomly happens.
I'm on 11.0.8.0 USA
I hope they fix it. I really like this phone.
I ended up returning the phone. It is really annoying and as you said it's the most basic function of a phone. I'll be waiting for a fix and/or another model. I don't believe they'll fix it before miui 12 since it's just around the corner and that update may bring other bugs so they must not be fixing any bugs of miui 11. Just my 2 cents, of course.
I enabled wifi calling and its now stable when I am on wifi.
I use tmobile.
Enter these codes into the Dialer to enable the options in Settings. (Settings < SIM Cards & mobile networks < Sim Card Settings < VoLTE Enabled/Make Calls using WLAN)
VoLTE *#*#86583#*#*
VoWIFI *#*#869434#*#*
Things should work after you enable the two options.
I use wifi calling as well as network calling guys, every lengthy call eventually gets dropped. Very annoying!
I love the phone and I am holding hope in resolving these issues by flashing a custom rom. I asked the question regarding the call dropping and wifi bug in the Evolution X thread, apparently all is working well without problems with that rom.
galaxy6220 said:
I use wifi calling as well as network calling guys, every lengthy call eventually gets dropped. Very annoying!
I love the phone and I am holding hope in resolving these issues by flashing a custom rom. I asked the question regarding the call dropping and wifi bug in the Evolution X thread, apparently all is working well without problems with that rom.
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Is evolution x rom the only custom rom confirm to resolve the drop call issue? Any others?
williamsonoma said:
Is evolution x rom the only custom rom confirm to resolve the drop call issue? Any others?
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I'm not sure. I've been keeping an eye out in the custom ROM threads for any mention of the two bugs. I haven't seen anything at all.
I asked the dev in the Evolution X thread and he confirmed all is working well regarding this. It seems that development is very active with that ROM, I really want to flash it but there are a few reports of people getting bootloop errors initially, and we still don't have the official TWRP.
I love Miui, after all you can freeze out or remove many of the pesky apps, it works well but it's just the call dropping and the wifi bugs that are plaguing many. This is a major issue that doesn't seen to be getting resolved. Pretty disappointing really.
galaxy6220 said:
I'm not sure. I've been keeping an eye out in the custom ROM threads for any mention of the two bugs. I haven't seen anything at all.
I asked the dev in the Evolution X thread and he confirmed all is working well regarding this. It seems that development is very active with that ROM, I really want to flash it but there are a few reports of people getting bootloop errors initially, and we still don't have the official TWRP.
I love Miui, after all you can freeze out or remove many of the pesky apps, it works well but it's just the call dropping and the wifi bugs that are plaguing many. This is a major issue that doesn't seen to be getting resolved. Pretty disappointing really.
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I read that the dev is no longer going forward with the evolution rom. I really hope this is fix in xiaomis next update. For now wifi calling is the temp fix for me.
williamsonoma said:
I read that the dev is no longer going forward with the evolution rom. I really hope this is fix in xiaomis next update. For now wifi calling is the temp fix for me.
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I read that the developer QuantumShqipe has received some donations now to continue the ongoing work of Evo x which is great news for the development.
Just a note on wifi calling with Miui, I still get call dropping with wifi calls, even though I can be right next to the router. I also notice that the wifi calling icon is on and off. I never stays constantly on when in good range of the router. The preference is even set to 'prefer wifi to network' in settings. Putting the phone in airplane mode helps that problem but it's crazy having to do all these work arounds. Like you, and everyone else I just wish the issue would get fixed ASAP. I have never known any phone to have it's most obvious function fail.
You know what, Xiaomi developers knew about this problem with wifi/call drops. Of course they did. But management decided to rush the product to market to generate more sales. I feel stupid for buying a brand new phone but not in my wildest imagination could I believe they would mess up the very basic fundamental functions of a smart-phone.
tangoviking said:
You know what, Xiaomi developers knew about this problem with wifi/call drops. Of course they did. But management decided to rush the product to market to generate more sales. I feel stupid for buying a brand new phone but not in my wildest imagination could I believe they would mess up the very basic fundamental functions of a smart-phone.
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Totally agree Tangoviking. I really hope someone of some importance at Xiaomi is taking note here. It's a total disgrace. Not even a reassuring mention of a fix.
galaxy6220 said:
I'm not sure. I've been keeping an eye out in the custom ROM threads for any mention of the two bugs. I haven't seen anything at all.
I asked the dev in the Evolution X thread and he confirmed all is working well regarding this. It seems that development is very active with that ROM, I really want to flash it but there are a few reports of people getting bootloop errors initially, and we still don't have the official TWRP.
I love Miui, after all you can freeze out or remove many of the pesky apps, it works well but it's just the call dropping and the wifi bugs that are plaguing many. This is a major issue that doesn't seen to be getting resolved. Pretty disappointing really.
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I'm holding off for official mui 12 which I'm hoping its soon.
I just updated to 11.0.9.0 yesterday. So far I haven't noticed any drops but then again I haven't really used the phone for more than 1-minute duration.
Any tentative date of mui 12 release?
williamsonoma said:
I'm holding off for official mui 12 which I'm hoping its soon.
I just updated to 11.0.9.0 yesterday. So far I haven't noticed any drops but then again I haven't really used the phone for more than 1-minute duration.
Any tentative date of mui 12 release?
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I too will be holding off until Miui 12, that will be the decider. I haven't a clue when it's rolling out, I thought late June but we're already there. I'm not bothering with any updates until then unless it's specific to the bugs.
More or less same issue
i also need some help. Redmi Note 8, with MIUI Global 11.09.9 Stable. The call drops in the middle of the conversation, that is, I can still hear my calling partner, but they cannot hear me anymore. It happens at random, not always but mostly, also, it happens after 1 minute or 5 or 10 minutes, not logical. Anybody? Already tried everything I think....
Redmi Note 9S - call dropping issue
I have the same problem with call dropping irregularly. The phone function is totally unreliable.
I tried many MIUI's so far:
11.0.3 (EU-official)
11.0.4 (EU-official)
11.0.4 (EU-XTRV from the Greek forum)
11.0.8 (Global-official)
11.0.11 (Global-official)
The problem persists with all of them, which means that most probably it is a hardware issue with a batch of this model.
diaton101 said:
I have the same problem with call dropping irregularly. The phone function is totally unreliable.
I tried many MIUI's so far:
11.0.3 (EU-official)
11.0.4 (EU-official)
11.0.4 (EU-XTRV from the Greek forum)
11.0.8 (Global-official)
11.0.11 (Global-official)
The problem persists with all of them, which means that most probably it is a hardware issue with a batch of this model.
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My call drop issues went away on its own.
global 9s in USA with tmobile on 11.0.11
did you try to clean cache?