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banciii

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Hi! Has anyone tried the new Xposed alpha4 (xposed-sdk22-arm-20150514.zip)? I get bootloop (with 5.1.1) :crying:
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@WhiteNeo how is your free time nowadays? It didn't change yet? Could we help somehow, like donation or a concrete help at work, eg. taking over any task you don't want to do, cause it's too time-consuming? :D :laugh: I think we (I) would help gladly for eg. at least a new "CM-changes included" build from you. :eek: :eek: :eek: :D
 
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WhiteNeo

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@WhiteNeo how is your free time nowadays? It didn't change yet? Could we help somehow, like donation or a concrete help at work, eg. taking over any task you don't want to do, cause it's too time-consuming? :D :laugh: I think we (I) would help gladly for eg. at least a new "CM-changes included" build from you. :eek: :eek: :eek: :D

Hey there :)
Well, I still don't have too much time because of my studies, but if I could make people happy by running a build every two weeks, I might be willing to do so. :good:

I doubt one could help me with development on this ROM because I can only make sure everything compiles and runs as it should if I merge the code myself.
So, if anyone wants to support and help me, a donation would certainly be the most motivating way to do so. :)

However, I have to add that I do not expect to be paid for my contribution to this community. :)
 
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banciii

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Hey there :)
Well, I still don't have too much time because of my studies, but if I could make people happy by running a build every two weeks, I might be willing to do so. :good:

I doubt one could help me with development on this ROM because I can only make sure everything compiles and runs as it should if I merge the code myself.
So, if anyone wants to support and help me, a donation would certainly be the most motivating way to do so. :)

However, I have to add that I do not expect to be paid for my contribution to this community. :)

Ofc. ;) And yes, I definitly believe you could make people very happy with updated builds, even if that builds would contain only updated CM sources. :-$ :-$ :-$
 

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Ofc. ;) And yes, I definitly believe you could make people very happy with updated builds, even if that builds would contain only updated CM sources. :-$ :-$ :-$

Well.. I guess you've got a reason to be very happy now, then. :laugh:

Been running some new builds today, and here they are! :D
Only featuring upstream changes, but feels very nice and smooth so far. :good:
Link is in OP, enjoy people! :)
 

WhiteNeo

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And codeworx just posted, (for him) it's time for xv/xt to die :'(
I have read his post, and do not share his opinion at all. Our phone is not going to die because one man thinks it has to do so! ;)
So no one have tried the latest xposed? :(
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=60791668&postcount=1909
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And what about the latest banks gapps from OP? It also crashes for me at the beginning of the setup wizard after a clean install just like the play store itself later. :-/
Using the latest gapps right now, with dirty install. No force closes.
Maybe flash another gapps package to get the initial setup done, then switch to banks?
 

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Gapps in OP link are a little bit bigger now... 84mb -> 347mb
Any alternative sources?
That's because the dev of this gapps package includes different versions for all chipsets and pixel densities. Not all of these versions are installed on our phone, so the resulting gapps on device will have a similar, if not smaller size than before. :)
 

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And you can also use pa_gapps, which just have been continued by some other clever guy and keeps it updated. I recommend that gapps because it is the only one which supports a config file (.gapps-config) which you can totally customize and set which google app do you want to install from the latest eg. stock gapps package and which "bloatware" app you wanna remove automatically with. And all of these with one single gapps installation. No need for extra, difficult scripts or anything. :)
 

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latest G-Apps

does someone experienced Play Store not working with the latest G-Apps using 12.1 ??



EDIT : SORRY my fault, its working now..thanks
 
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And you can also use pa_gapps, which just have been continued by some other clever guy and keeps it updated. I recommend that gapps because it is the only one which supports a config file (.gapps-config) which you can totally customize and set which google app do you want to install from the latest eg. stock gapps package and which "bloatware" app you wanna remove automatically with. And all of these with one single gapps installation. No need for extra, difficult scripts or anything. :)

Link please?
 

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I am using @MastahF's (PA) Gapps with the original gapps config, which I made for myself a few months ago and install every later PA gapps with that config without any issue so far. :)

You can find the PA GApps continuation thread here: http://xdaforums.com/android/software/pa-gapps-continuation-t3098071
How to make a gapps config file and what is it good for? Check it out here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=59940963&postcount=4

I know that the "PA GApps continuation using buildscripts" is a little bit big (450-500 MB), since it's a "stock" package, but with the config file, you can do almost anything with it. You can skip most of the unnecessary gapps which can result a 50-90 MB package with an optional "bloatware removal" addition which can also increase your system's free space. :) Also, I think it's one of the most up-to-date gapps package nowadays (updated almost every day).
 
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Hello everyone! After latest dirty update, all sdcard1 apps disappeared. They actually are still on sdcard, but is won't see them. Any suggestions?

Sent from my Xperia V using Tapatalk
 

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    CyanogenMod 12.1 is a free, community built distribution of Android 5.1 (Lollipop) which greatly extends the capabilities of your phone.

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    ROM Features:
    • Based on latest CyanogenMod 12.1 sources
    • Compiled with SaberMod 4.9 and JustArchi's Optimizations V4.1 for maximum performance
    • Full F2FS support - no mount issues during ROM updates
    • SELinux set to 'permissive' by default
    • Android default UID and GID for internal storage
      (No more write issues after formatting sdcard!)
    • Slim and fast user build

    Kernel Features:
    • Based on latest CAF kernel sources (LA.AF.1.1.c1)
    • Compiled with ArchiToolchain 4.9 and several Cortex-A9 optimizations
    • Overclocking up to 1.62 GHz
    • Underclocking up to 162 MHz for maximum battery life
    • User-customizable CPU Voltage driver (thanks to faux123)
    • Intelliactive and IntelliMinMax CPU governors (thanks to faux123)
    • In-kernel Thermal Driver (thanks to franciscofranco)
    • SIO and FIOPS IO schedulers
    • F2FS (Flash-Friendly File System) support (Performance comparison vs EXT4)
    • FauxSound support for maximum audio gain control (thanks to faux123)
    • Latest TWRP recovery, including a Materialised TWRP theme by z31s1g
    Be aware that improper usage of kernel features can cause serious damage to your device!
    Only use the stuff above if you know what you're doing!


    In agreement with the GPL, you can find the sources and defconfig used to compile this kernel right here.


    Known Issues:
    Please keep in mind that CM12.1 sources are still work in progress. As a result, some features may be broken or only partially working.
    That's why I decided to only list device-specific issues below.
    • Below ~60% battery, the displayed battery level will reduce significantly on rebooting. This is a known issue with all AOSP based ROMs.

      After switching to a new battery, I noticed this behavior is related to automatic battery calibration and directly affected by the health of your phone's battery.

    Disclaimer:
    By downloading and installing this ROM, you agree that I cannot be held responsible for any damage caused to your device while installing or using it. Please keep in mind that it's YOU who chose to do these modifications to your device!

    Installation:
    • Make sure your bootloader is unlocked - if not, follow this guide: Link
    • First installation? Flash the boot.img from ROM zip via Flashtool (use Fastboot mode!)
    • Boot into TWRP recovery
    • Do a factory reset and wipe system partition
    • Flash latest ROM zip (check "Downloads" section)
    • Flash suitable GApps for CM12.1 or CM12
    • Flash latest SuperSU from here: Link
    • Reboot

    Downloads:
    • Final CM12.1 version: Link (Last updated: Jan 08, 2016)
    • Final CM12 version: Link (Last updated: April 05, 2015)
    • CM default su binary: Link (Don't flash if you're using SuperSU!)
    • Uninstaller zip: Link (Restores default storage permissions)

    Credits:
    • CyanogenMod Team for their active development on the CM12.1 sources.
    • updateing for helping me with lots of compilation issues and initial bugfixing.
    • JustArchi for his awesome optimizations!

    Changelog:

    - 20160108 (final build):
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Fixed the lags in power save mode by slightly increasing the cpu clock
      .​
      Thanks to everyone for using and supporting my work! It's been a great time with you all! :)
    - 20151115:
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Optimized system for better RAM performance
    • Enabled CM Performance Profiles support
    • Reduced minimum screen brightness
    • Reverted Toast UI to AOSP default
    - 20151010:
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Reverted SONY lockscreen clock to AOSP default
    • Reverted softkeys to AOSP default
    • Removed Xperia fonts
    - 20150929:
    - 20150912:
    - 20150824:
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Recreated NeoKernel with latest CAF sources from here.
    • Updated ArchiDroid's Optimizations to V4.1
    • ROM is now built with SaberMod 4.9 toolchain!
    • Re-colored recoveryboot LEDs. Got sick of this ugly purple! :D
    • Replaced stock TWRP ui with latest Materialised Play theme from here. Credits to z31s1g for the great theme and ElArchibald for his help!
    • Recoveries present on FOTAkernel will be ignored from now on - fixes installation issues caused by broken CWM or outdated TWRP versions
    • Disabled Dex-Preoptimization to allow greater and easier customizability, as well as more free space on system partition
    • Fixed Xposed framework causing bootloops
    • Fixed GPS for some users (Got rid of QUIPC)
    - 20150808:
    - 20150726:
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Added medium L2 clock rates to NeoKernel, should improve battery life
      .​
      NOTE: The device tree used to build this ROM is now fully open-source! :)
    - 20150620:
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Fixed delayed PIN screen on boot
    • Added SONY styled lockscreen clock from here. (Credits to idid idamrep!)
    • Included all stock Xperia fonts in the ROM
    - 20150603:
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Enabled Multiuser UI with 3 maximum users
    • Fixed Google Play Services repeatedly force closing
    • Updated TWRP sources to latest
    - 20150516:
    - 20150424:
    - 20150419:
    - 20150412:
    • Latest CM12.1 changes
    • Reverted updates in F2FS sources (should fix the random bootloops)
    • Fixed non-working sensors (added prebuilt sensors.msm8960.so)
    - 20150405 (CM12.1 build):
    • Initial release of CM12.1 (Android 5.1)
    • Merged all kernel features and optimizations from CM12
    • Updated TWRP to 2.8.6.0
      .​
      NOTE: A full wipe is recommended, but not required!
    - 20150405 (CM12 build):
    • Final CM12 build (Android 5.0)
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Added SIO and FIOPS io schedulers
    • Added in-kernel Thermal Driver (thanks to franciscofranco)
    • Updated F2FS sources in kernel
    • Fixed the network disconnects when initiating a call
    • Reverted to TWRP 2.8.4.0 to fix some ui bugs
    - 20150329:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Compiled with JustArchi's ArchiDroid Optimizations V4
    • Updated CAF kernel source
    • Additional kernel optimizations for Cortex-A9
    • Disabled debug flags in kernel
    • Switched to ArchiToolchain 4.9 for kernel
    • Switched to SaberMod 4.8 toolchain for ROM
    • Removed USB "Mass Storage" and "Charge only" modes
    - 20150321:
    - 20150314:
    - 20150309:
    • Latest CM12 changes
      (Introduces a bug: Clock in statusbar disappears on reboot. Hide/unhide statusbar clock in Settings as a workaround)
    • Removed FM Radio - Have a look at this one!
    - 20150303:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Fixed the segmentation fault when trying to mount/remount
    • Most likely fixed the volume errors some people encountered
    • Reverted to AOSP LLVM compiler (QCOM one needs more work)
    • Minor bugfixes - FM Radio is still WIP for now :)
    - 20150301:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Added FM Radio
    • Replaced AOSP LLVM compiler with Qualcomm one, optimized for krait cpus (thanks to MusterMaxMueller)
    • ROM is now built with Linaro 4.8 instead of SaberMod 4.8
    • Kernel is now built with Linaro 4.9 instead of SaberMod 4.10
    • Updated kernel source to latest CAF
    • Minor changes and improvements in device tree
    - 20150222:
    - 20150215:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • FolderMount and "sd issue" fixed - ROM is now using android default uid for sdcard0
    • Added intellimm and intelliactive cpu governors (thanks to faux123)
    • Added ultra low CPU clocks to kernel (162 and 270 MHz)
    • F2FS (Flash-Friendly File System) support
    • Latest Faux Sound features
    • Graphite Loop Optimizations in kernel
    • O3 optimized GPU drivers
    • Updated TWRP to version 2.8.5.0
    • Some changes and cleanup in installer zip
      .​
      NOTE: From this version on, you will have to flash my neo-uninstall.zip before switching ROMs!
    - 20150207:
    - 20150201:
    - 20150124:
    - 20150118:
    - 20150115:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Fixed the 3G issue that was present in version 20150112
    • Updated TWRP to version 2.8.4.0
    - 20150112:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Merged official CM device repos
    • Added "Charge only" USB mode
    • Other minor fixes and improvements
    - 20150104:
    - 20141228:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • New recovery splash screen, best looking with this Material TWRP theme
    • Fixed volume key not working when screen off
    • Optimized boot image size
    • Minor bugfixes and improvements
    - 20141222:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Update to Android 5.0.2
    • Compiled the whole rom with O3 flags
    • Enabled Overclocking up to 1620 MHz in kernel
    • Added user-configurable undervolting interface
    • Updated kernel source
    • Enabled USB Mass Storage
    - 20141216:
    • Latest CM12 changes
    • Notification LED fixed
    • Working TWRP recovery included (thanks to colonel_lp)
    • New lights hal (open source instead of proprietary one)
    • Switched to SaberMod toolchain
    • Added some kernel cflags, optimized for Cortex-A9 cpu architecture
    - 20141208:
    • Initial release
    If you like my work and want to support me, please hit that thanks button, give some positive feedback or consider a small donation for my efforts. :)

    XDA:DevDB Information
    CyanogenMod 12.1, ROM for the Sony Xperia V

    Contributors
    WhiteNeo
    Source Code: https://github.com/WhiteNeo-?tab=repositories

    ROM OS Version: 5.1.x Lollipop
    ROM Kernel: Linux 3.4.x
    Based On: CyanogenMod 12.1

    Version Information
    Status: No Longer Updated

    Created 2014-12-09
    Last Updated 2016-01-08
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    FAQ:
    • How to update to latest build?

      1. Reboot to recovery
      2. Flash latest rom zip
      3. Flash latest gapps linked in OP
      4. Flash SuperSU
      5. Wipe Cache & Dalvik Cache
      6. Reboot
    • How to safely uninstall this rom?

      1. If you were using F2FS, revert to EXT4 before uninstalling!
      2. Reboot to recovery
      3. Flash neo-uninstall.zip
      4. Proceed with the installation steps of your new rom

      Should you face storage issues with your new rom, run the following Terminal commands:
      Code:
      su
      chmod 777 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown 2800:2800 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown -R 2800:2800 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0

    Troubleshooting:
    • I can't create folders in internal storage!

      Follow the instructions on updating to latest build. While flashing, my rom will apply its required storage permissions automatically.

      Alternatively, you may simply run the following Terminal commands:
      Code:
      su
      chmod 777 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown 1023:1023 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown -R 1023:1023 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
    • Camera any Gallery won't save my photos!

      Follow the instructions on updating to latest build. While flashing, my rom will apply its required storage permissions automatically.

      Alternatively, you may simply run the following Terminal commands:
      Code:
      su
      chmod 777 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown 1023:1023 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown -R 1023:1023 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
    • I can't move apps to sdcard!

      Moving apps to internal storage is quite buggy and discouraged. I recommend repartitioning your device with the instructions below. :)

    Advanced Modifications:
    • Switching to F2FS:

      First of all, make sure you're running homebuild version 20150215 or later!
      1. Copy all important files from internal storage to the external sdcard
      2. Reboot to recovery
      3. Do a full backup (make sure to select external sdcard as target location)
      4. Disable MTP in "Mount" menu
      5. Go to "Wipe" > "Advanced Wipe" menu
      6. Check "System", then tap "FS Options" and "Change FS"
      7. Select "F2FS", then swipe to apply the change
      8. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for "Data" and "Cache" partitions, as well as internal storage
      9. Navigate to TWRP Settings and check "Use rm -rf instead of formatting"
      10. Restore your previous backup
      12. Reboot to system
      13. Restore your copied files from external sdcard
      14. Reboot
    • Reverting to EXT4:

      1. Copy all important files from internal storage to the external sdcard
      2. Reboot to recovery
      3. Do a full backup (make sure to select external sdcard as target location)
      4. Disable MTP in "Mount" menu
      5. Go to "Wipe" > "Advanced Wipe" menu
      6. Check "System", then tap "FS Options" and "Change FS"
      7. Select "EXT4", then swipe to apply the change
      8. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for "Data" and "Cache" partitions, as well as internal storage
      9. Navigate to TWRP Settings and check "Use rm -rf instead of formatting"
      10. Restore your previous backup
      12. Reboot to system
      13. Restore your copied files from external sdcard
      14. Reboot
    • Repartitioning your device:

      Note:
      • Up to 14GB of free space on external sdcard might be required to perform the steps below! (Should be less if your internal storage isn't completely bloated :D)
      • The value XXXX used below has to be replaced with a calculated number and varies depending on your desired space. I recommend 5120, as it's a decent balance between general data storage (used for most apps) and space on internal storage for apps with bigger data (games). Refer to step 13 of this link if you want to calculate your own partition sizes. :)

      1. Copy all important files from internal storage to the external sdcard with the following terminal command:
      Code:
      rsync -P -a /sdcard /ext_card/sdcard0/
      2. Reboot to recovery
      3. Do a full backup (make sure to select external sdcard as target location)
      4. Navigate to "Mount" menu, disable MTP and unmount all partitions listed there
      5. Navigate to "Advanced" > "Terminal Command" and type the following code:
      Code:
      parted /dev/block/mmcblk0 print
      This command should display some text like this:
      Code:
      Model: MMC M8G2FB (sd/mmc)
      Disk /dev/block/mmcblk0: 7818MB
      Sector size (logical/physical): 512B/512B
      Partition Table: gpt
      
      Number  Start   End     Size    File system  Name        Flags
       1      131kB   2228kB  2097kB               TA
       2      2228kB  3801kB  1573kB               Boot
       3      3801kB  5374kB  1573kB               Boot2
       4      6291kB  27.3MB  21.0MB               Kernel
       5      27.3MB  28.3MB  1049kB               TZ
       6      29.4MB  32.5MB  3146kB               modemst1
       7      33.6MB  36.7MB  3146kB               modemst2
       8      37.7MB  40.9MB  3146kB               fsg
       9      40.9MB  46.1MB  5243kB               ramdump
      10      46.1MB  54.5MB  8389kB  ext4         apps_log
      11      54.5MB  71.3MB  16.8MB               FOTAKernel
      12      71.3MB  1359MB  1288MB               System
      13      1359MB  1621MB  262MB                Cache
      14      1621MB  3769MB  2147MB               Userdata
      15      3769MB  7818MB  4050MB               SDCard
      We're going to remove Userdata and SDCard partitions, so check if these partitions also have the numbers 14 and 15 on your phone.

      6. Type the following terminal commands to proceed with resizing the partitions:
      Code:
      parted /dev/block/mmcblk0 rm 14
      parted /dev/block/mmcblk0 rm 15
      parted /dev/block/mmcblk0 mkpartfs logical ext2 1621 [B]XXXX[/B]
      parted /dev/block/mmcblk0 name 14 Userdata
      parted /dev/block/mmcblk0 mkpartfs logical ext2 [B]XXXX[/B] 7818
      parted /dev/block/mmcblk0 name 15 SDCard
      7. Leave the terminal screen and go to "Wipe" > "Advanced Wipe" menu
      8. Check "Data", then tap "FS Options" and "Change FS"
      9. Select "EXT4" or "F2FS", then swipe to apply the change
      10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 for internal storage (is named "sdcard" in this menu)
      11. Restore your previous backup
      12. Restore your backed-up files from external sdcard with the following terminal command:
      Code:
      cp -a /external_sd/sdcard0/* /sdcard/
      13. Reboot
      14. Enter the following terminal commands to fix storage permissions:
      Code:
      su
      chmod 777 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown 1023:1023 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
      chown -R 1023:1023 /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0
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    Dear friends and CM12.1 users,

    I’ve been releasing ROMs for our Xperias for nearly two years now, that’s why I want to thank every single one of you for your lasting support and positive feedback that kept motivating me to continue working on this project and invest countless hours of my free time and weekends into making a decent ROM even better.

    I did enjoy the work myself, but as time passed, I figured out that these hours would better be invested in my real life and my studies, and I somehow felt the need for something “new”. A phone that simply worked out of the box, and that I didn’t have to invest my time in to have the latest firmware version, security updates and so on.

    That’s why I have some news that probably won’t surprise most of you.
    I have recently bought a new phone – not an Android one – with the aim of having a decent, working device for daily usage that didn’t make me feel like I had to instantly root or install custom firmware.

    As I’ve always wanted to be present in the forums and transparent in my development, I feel like I can’t simply abandon this project without an explanation.
    That’s why I’m writing this stuff here.

    CM13 was actually planned as some kind of goodbye present, but is much harder to port than I have expected. I have uploaded my compressed WIP sources here, so if any developer wants to continue the project and keep this phone alive, feel free to do so. However, be careful, as I have heard of hard-bricked Xperia phones because of a simple (and successful) CM13 installation.

    So, to conclude, development on this ROM and all my other projects is discontinued for now, and I probably won’t visit the forums frequently anymore. I apologize.

    Once more thank you all for being a great community!

    Michael
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    Screenshots:
    HvSTZ4Y.png

    Video:
    Here's another video by taaviu that gives you an impression of Android L. :)
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    As promised, the new O3 build is online. :)
    Check first post for download link and changelog.. :victory:


    Anyway, thanks for your support, people.. And merry christmas! :)