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  1. J

    See you guys

    Just wanted to say bye, not keeping my Xperia S, just sent it off to one of those sell your mobile sites, I barely managed to restore it to working order after it almost bricked, I was one of the first few to get one of these lovely phones when it was released and still think it is a good mid...
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    Help Headset button problem

    Okay so here's my problem: Using standard Walkman app, when using the headset button to pause music/podcasts it does, then say 5 mins later to restart I've got to push the headset button and then also push the power button on the phone, otherwise won't restart the music. Using the majority...
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    for anyone who has flashed ICS

    Go to settings, about phone, check for updates - mine found a EA App, I downloaded it and found NFS Shift free!
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    D.Day 11/06/12, ICS or another phone?!

    So the rumour is that something big is coming from Sony on Monday 11 June, here's the info: Sony Mobile prepping “a surprise” for Monday 11 June | Xperia Blog real real - xda-developers I know I'll be hoping for an update!
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    Just flashed 6.0.A.3.76 FTF

    Just flashtool'd the latest rom. Not bad at all, battery life improved a lot from the .67 I was on (after my phone got returned from the Sony Repair centre). Button response is better too. Anyone else updated to this rom found anything else from this latest (hopefully last Rom before ICS)...
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    Help Phone froze then crashed now won't turn on

    I've tried all the usual resetting methods for the Xperia S and no joy, contacted 02 and they're arranging a pickup. I was going to arrange a swap out for my screen error anyway but now got this to sort out too. I'm tempted once i get the new/refurbished one to exchange it for something...
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    Xperia S - Stock SG-Generic - 6.0.A.3.73 {1257-6921}

    Okay I have just flashed this firmware and will get back with any improvements, apparently it does improve battery life when the phone is in idle along with some gps fix as well (I never experienced that but I haven't used it for any long journeys, yet) Anyway I used the instructions from XDA...
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    Debranding your Xperia S

    No need for root or a unlocked bootloader to do this fairly simple procedure: Debrand your Xperia S [Tutorial] | Xperia Blog Awww yeah! This means that once you have generic firmware on there I believe for those of us who had locked bootloaders, we now can unlock them!
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    Help Beyonce Earphone problem-ish

    Okay so today at work I had my music on, using the standard default android music player, I had to nip out the office so took out my earphones and it auto stops the music, came back popped my earphones back in and pressed the power button, flicked the lock screen to the music control and pressed...
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    New firmware 6.0.A.3.70 out soon

    Found out from another forum, there's a new firmware coming out soon certified on 15 march 6.0.A.3.70 http://www.ptcrb.com/vendor/complete...?modelid=20799 Don't know what it does yet though
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    Help Benchmark Results

    Here's my stock XS, no mods using Quadrant:
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    get your free smart tags here!

    Sorry, this seems to be for o2 Xperia S's only. For all those who didn't get free tags ;-) http://sony-promotions.com/xperia/
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    Root Bootloader unlock

    So when I type in the following (from Sony's site) Instructions First, you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your phone by checking the service menu. In your phone, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu. In your phone, tap...
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    Xperia S Manual

    Since you don't get a manual in the box, here's the link for it if you haven't already got it yourself: Xperia S Manual - Minus
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    The capacative buttons

    Okay now I've had a chance to play with the Xperia S for a few hours, here's the lowdown on the capacative buttons. The most responsive area is actually in between the dot and the screen, when you first get it you (well I was) automatically pushing below the button but now I have adjusted...
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    Cases & Skins

    Hey, I know that it is a bit early as the phone isn't released for approx 2 weeks now but as the cases/skins etc are being released can people know what they have chosen and where from. I have found only one leather flap over thing so far but I'm looking for something that I can use without...
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    Pre-ordered!

    Pre-ordered from buymobiles yesterday on O2
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    buymobilephones.net and three

    Hi everyone, Was just wondering if I buy a phone from buymobilephones.net on a three contract will it be unlocked to use with my t-mobile sim? I know that some guys have bought from there before and theirs have, but what about 3? Cheers
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    Root Really strange shut down problem??

    Okay so here's my problem, Going to the gym, put my phone in my bag, into a standard metal locker, finish blasting my guns and then pick up bag....phone is off. My Desire is rooted and has happened with Miui and Redux roms. Is anyone else experiencing this problem? Also can't turn the phone...
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    Accessories Armband for HTC Desire with Case Mate Tough Case

    Hey just wanted to let you fellow fitness orientated people out there that I've been looking for a armband for my Case Mate Tough covered Desire for ages but couldn't find one that fit without me taking off the case, well I have only just realised that the case-covered-measurements are very...
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    RunKeeper Free: Fantastic

    I've used it to map the distance of all my runs, gives me all the stats I need to train for my upcoming 10k and half marathons!
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    Help Not receiving calls when browsing on GPRS!

    Hey, I've just noticed a strange problem today, when I'm browsing the web on HSDPA or 3G and a someonce calls, the call takes over and I can take it, now when I'm on GPRS the call goes to voicemail, I've had my Desire since last Thursday and I have a 7 day return to shop swap out still in place...