Hi guys,
I have spent hours and hours reading on the internet how to do this, I thought is was as easy as on any other phone I did in the past, but apparently this is not the case.
First of all, lets start with the specs:
Model Number: SGP312 (Wi-Fi Only)
Android Version 5.1.1
Build number: 10.7.A.0.222
I know that before anything else, I need to root this tablet, but there is no way I can find instructions specific for this tablet, or better there are, I found this link but really? I cannot understand many of the steps.
So is there a guide to root this tablet?
I have already installed the Official TWRP App on my tablet, but when I try to access it in recovery mode, there is no way, Power+ -Volume, does not work, as Power + +Volume turns the tablet off.
Is there an official guide on this forum specific for this tablet?
Which Android version would you recommend to install? 9 or 10?
Any help is much appreciated.
Thank you!
Alex
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Sony Xperia Tablet Z LTE or Wifi Any version to Android 9 Pie
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Sony Xperia Tablet Z LTE or Wifi Any version to Android 9 Pie [GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Sony Xperia Tablet Z SGP321 LTE/4G (pollux) or Wifi (pollux-windy) Any version to Android 9 Pie / LineageOS 16 This detailed step-by-step...
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[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Sony Xperia Tablet Z LTE or Wifi Any version to Android 9 Pie
[GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Sony Xperia Tablet Z LTE or Wifi Any version to Android 9 Pie [GUIDE/TUTORIAL/HOWTO] Sony Xperia Tablet Z SGP321 LTE/4G (pollux) or Wifi (pollux-windy) Any version to Android 9 Pie / LineageOS 16 This detailed step-by-step...
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Thank you!
I did follow the guide and I was able to successfully install lineage-16.0-20201220-UNOFFICIAL-pollux_windy with open_gapps-arm-9.0-nano-20210712.
I have noticed three glitches:
When I plug in the tablet to the AC to charge, when it is fully charged, no green LED light is ON. It used to be the case with its stock 5.1. Also, no percentage shows while the tablet is OFF, plugged in to the AC and charging. It only shows the big green battery if you touch the screen.
The digital clock which comes by default, only shows the time in the home page, but not the date underneath, although in the settings, the date is checked.
I have downloaded Gmail, everything works well, but the icon is the classic old one, not the new bold version
Is there any solution to the above?
Thank you!
Alex
kwajongen said:
Thank you!
I did follow the guide and I was able to successfully install lineage-16.0-20201220-UNOFFICIAL-pollux_windy with open_gapps-arm-9.0-nano-20210712.
I have noticed three glitches:
When I plug in the tablet to the AC to charge, when it is fully charged, no green LED light is ON. It used to be the case with its stock 5.1. Also, no percentage shows while the tablet is OFF, plugged in to the AC and charging. It only shows the big green battery if you touch the screen.
The digital clock which comes by default, only shows the time in the home page, but not the date underneath, although in the settings, the date is checked.
I have downloaded Gmail, everything works well, but the icon is the classic old one, not the new bold version
Is there any solution to the above?
Thank you!
Alex
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Anybody who could help with my questions above, please?
Thank you!
Alex
kwajongen said:
Anybody who could help with my questions above, please?
Thank you!
Alex
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I suggest of using the latest build of 14/07/21 from here.
Hi Rootk1t,
I re-installed everything from scratch, the latest version from July 14, 21 GAPPS and all of that.
The above issues are still there.
Just to give you an idea of how the icons look like, please see the attached.
Any help is appreciated.
Alex
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Hi,
Does anyone know if there is anywhere i can download an old version of cyanogenmod?
Also a guide of how to install it.
I am trying to use an old U8180 phone in my car as a speedo and offline nav with a USB connected to power up with the ignition.
I want to get it to power up when the ignition turns on and shut down when it is off. (bypassing the lock screen) and I have been told cyanogenmod will do this but the phone isnt powerful enough for the newer versions.
I have rooted the phone.
Can anyone help please?
Thanks
tequilagrae said:
Hi,
Does anyone know if there is anywhere i can download an old version of cyanogenmod?
Also a guide of how to install it.
I am trying to use an old U8180 phone in my car as a speedo and offline nav with a USB connected to power up with the ignition.
I want to get it to power up when the ignition turns on and shut down when it is off. (bypassing the lock screen) and I have been told cyanogenmod will do this but the phone isnt powerful enough for the newer versions.
I have rooted the phone.
Can anyone help please?
Thanks
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Well, for which device you are trying to download the older version of CyanogenMOD and yes which version of CyanogenMOD you are trying to download I would say you can get the rom over the cyanogenmod website !
promo87 said:
Well, for which device you are trying to download the older version of CyanogenMOD and yes which version of CyanogenMOD you are trying to download I would say you can get the rom over the cyanogenmod website !
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It is a Huawei U8180, it runs 2.2 at the moment, it isnt listed on the cyanogenmod website but U8160 is that also runs 2.2
Would this version work?
Or is there an easier way to disable the lock screen so it wakes on power straight into the last app without having to swipe?
tequilagrae said:
It is a Huawei U8180, it runs 2.2 at the moment, it isnt listed on the cyanogenmod website but U8160 is that also runs 2.2
Would this version work?
Or is there an easier way to disable the lock screen so it wakes on power straight into the last app without having to swipe?
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Well, I am not sure about this one but I would say have a look over this thread available over here "http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1259739" and see if this sorts your problem !
Does anybody know a ROM with vanilla android and the tablet ui?
I'm just fed up with the new android version with their unusable tablet interfaces, so i wanted an old ROM that still has a Tablet ui. Unforunately most of the old download links are dead but i'm sure somebody here can help me.
If theres no other way i'll also take a sony ROM.
Thanks in advance for any responses...
Mefi282 said:
Does anybody know a ROM with vanilla android and the tablet ui?
I'm just fed up with the new android version with their unusable tablet interfaces, so i wanted an old ROM that still has a Tablet ui. Unforunately most of the old download links are dead but i'm sure somebody here can help me.
If theres no other way i'll also take a sony ROM.
Thanks in advance for any responses...
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You didn't specify device model, without it will be difficult to help you.
Also to restore tablet ui you can use mod for 4.2.2 firmware or Xposed module for 4.4.4
Rootk1t said:
You didn't specify device model, without it will be difficult to help you.
Also to restore tablet ui you can use mod for 4.2.2 firmware or Xposed module for 4.4.4
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I logged in after about 3 years and realised, that I never responded. Thank you very much. I'm now using LineageOS and the Tablet is still running. And I guess Android Tablets are dead but I'm planning to use this one as long as possible.
So, after upgrading to Marshmallow on Xperia E2306 (M4 Aqua), the turn off screen animation from Lollipop (One of the best thing I saw from the system) was lost, and for me, it now looks as a Froyo/Gingerbread device as it is now. Any solution?
Hi there,
Probably a silly question, I have a SGP312 and it is on Lollipop since 3 years, do you think is there a way to upgrade to the latest Android 8.1?
If not 8.1, what would be the highest version I can go and how?
The Tablet is essentially a stock one, I never did anything on it, just applied the Sony updates they made available for this old model.
Thank you,
Alex
kwajongen said:
Hi there,
Probably a silly question, I have a SGP312 and it is on Lollipop since 3 years, do you think is there a way to upgrade to the latest Android 8.1?
If not 8.1, what would be the highest version I can go and how?
The Tablet is essentially a stock one, I never did anything on it, just applied the Sony updates they made available for this old model.
Thank you,
Alex
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Hello!
It's quite possible to install even the latest 8.1, though it is still not that stable now.
If you want 99% bug-free experience, i would stick to android 7.1.2, like Resurrection Remix ROM till 8.1 gets to a polished state.
Check this guide for installing custom ROMs on device.
Thank you for the link!
I will give it a try very soon.
Alex
Hi buddies,
I have a Sony Xperia Tablet Z (Model: SGP321) with Lollipop v5.0.2.
I had rooted it since a couple of years, so no need to say, it couldn't be upgraded to any higher version of android.
Now I unrooted it and wanna upgrade its android.
My questions:
1. What's the highest Android version officially released for this model?
2. What's the best version you advise me to install on it?
Thanks for your kind & prompt reply.
Cheers,
Leon
PersianOne said:
Hi buddies,
I have a Sony Xperia Tablet Z (Model: SGP321) with Lollipop v5.0.2.
I had rooted it since a couple of years, so no need to say, it couldn't be upgraded to any higher version of android.
Now I unrooted it and wanna upgrade its android.
My questions:
1. What's the highest Android version officially released for this model?
2. What's the best version you advise me to install on it?
Thanks for your kind & prompt reply.
Cheers,
Leon
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Hello!
1. The latest official firmware is android 5.1.1 (v.10.7.A.0.222 or 10.7.A.0.228 depending on region, though internally they are identical).
You can update via xperia-companion software.
2. What's the best only you can say. If stock sony one works good for you, stick to it.
If you have knowledge how to install, and want to try something "custom", there are firmwares based on android 7.1.2 and 8.1 on this forum.
The media players on my Xperia sgp312 keep pausing, has it got something to do with the software, I am still on Android 5.1.1
Hello,
I bought a x96mini with the new Android version, android 9 (firmware of the box : 20190918-1756)
I have an issue with my bluetooth keyboard.
On android menu, the buttons "esc", "return" and "back" doesn't work but when I am on Kodi, everything is OK.
Has anyone else ever had the problem?
Thanks
will check my box and key board and let you know
out of curiosity how are your download speeds, mines seem to be very crap and any VPN doesnt seem to work, not does my Ethernet cable!
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The problem is with android 9 pie for many devices, try to download lastest google keyboard version
Revolution_Team said:
The problem is with android 9 pie for many devices, try to download lastest google keyboard version
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Ok thanks. I'll try your solution.