Coming from a Z1, I really wanted a smaller phone, but the default dpi on the z5c made icons and text way too big. Even on my Z1 I switched dpi to show more text on the screen.
So after receiving my z5c I was eager to root it and be able to change the dpi setting in build.properties.
Well rooting the phone or unlocking the bootloader seems not to be the best thing to do right now (drm issues ...)
So I search the web and finally found a way to switch DPI without rooting, and it's quite easy:
Source:https://www.androidpit.com/how-to-make-your-nexus-6-screen-bigger
Connect the phone via USB, start an adb shell and then use the following command:
Code:
adb shell
[email protected]:/ $ wm density 230
[email protected]:/ $ reboot
Then your z5c reboots with the new dpi settings. Easy. No root, no xposed, just plain stock rom
I tried 200, 220 and 240 before staying at 230 which is the sweet spot for me.
Perhaps everybody here knew about this, but I could find the info using the search engine in the z5c forums. I hope it helps others.
I didn't know. Thank you! I'll try that later.
What is the standard dpi?
atrufinibr said:
What is the standard dpi?
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default is 320 dpi for the z5c
you can get it with the following commands:
Code:
adb shell
[email protected]:/ $ dumpsys display | grep mBaseDisplayInfo
mBaseDisplayInfo=DisplayInfo{"Built-in Screen", uniqueId "local:0", app 720 x 1280, real 720 x 1280, largest app 720 x 1280, smallest app 720 x 1280, mode 1, defaultMode 1, modes [{id=1, width=720, height=1280, fps=60.0}], rotation 0, density 320 (326.571 x 325.119) dpi, layerStack 0, appVsyncOff 7500000, presDeadline 12666667, type BUILT_IN, state OFF, FLAG_SECURE, FLAG_SUPPORTS_PROTECTED_BUFFERS}
Can anyone put up a screenshot of your desktop so I can see the difference please..
Attached a stock dpi screenshot of the dialer for.us to compare.
Thanks
Here is mine at 230 dpi
Thank you! I use 280dpi on My Z5C,you good!!
This works great, I am also at 280dpi (230 was a bit small for me)
Thank you bro ! But I don't need to reboot, dpi change instantly !
it works on non rooted phone, but dialer is all messed up, profile picture isn't follow dpi change stays same, is there any way to fih this?
Worked on mine
Hi guys, got my Z5c a few days ago and wanted smaller density straight ahead.
Your solution worked like a charm.
Got mine on 230DPI... Perfect :victory:
tomlaboule said:
Coming from a Z1, I really wanted a smaller phone, but the default dpi on the z5c made icons and text way too big. Even on my Z1 I switched dpi to show more text on the screen.
So after receiving my z5c I was eager to root it and be able to change the dpi setting in build.properties.
Well rooting the phone or unlocking the bootloader seems not to be the best thing to do right now (drm issues ...)
So I search the web and finally found a way to switch DPI without rooting, and it's quite easy:
Source:https://www.androidpit.com/how-to-make-your-nexus-6-screen-bigger
Connect the phone via USB, start an adb shell and then use the following command:
Code:
adb shell
[email protected]:/ $ wm density 230
[email protected]:/ $ reboot
Then your z5c reboots with the new dpi settings. Easy. No root, no xposed, just plain stock rom
I tried 200, 220 and 240 before staying at 230 which is the sweet spot for me.
Perhaps everybody here knew about this, but I could find the info using the search engine in the z5c forums. I hope it helps others.
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Awesome, cheers. Slowly I'll bend this phone to my will and tweak every feature whilst longing for my cyanogenmod fuelled previous devices. This helps alot. It looks less like a pensioners phone with a decent dpi.
Thanks - Xperia XA Ultra F3216 (Dual-SIM India)
Hi. Thanks a lot for your post. I tried your tip on my Sony Xperia XA Ultra F3216 (Dual-SIM India) to change the dpi.
It simply worked. You saved me the need to root my device.
In my opinion this device doesn't have an optimal dpi. The UI looks bigger and bloated for a 6" Full HD device.
It has a 450 dpi which I changed it to 300 which is fantastic for me.
Thanks a million dude :good:
Related
Both for [LB] and [UB]
Here's a quick way to boost Z's performance so its on par with the Z1, including the graphics performance.
1. Change resolution to 720p - personaly i dont see any difference between 1080p and 720p, even if there is the huge performance boost is worth it.
A. -Go to build.prop and change density to 320
***Make sure you change DPI in the build prop and not with ADB or other apps***
***When using ADB the change is made while booting and leads to issues***
B. -Connect to pc with debugging on, in adb -> adb shell wm size 720x1280 ->reboot
It will look weird before the reboot, if still looks weird try "adb shell wm size 1280x720"
Use adb for the resolution and not terminal emulator, if anything goes wrong you can revert to stock with adb easily
2. Freeze apps
Thats what I froze, if youre using any of the apps obviously leave them out
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/2he9q5ce1ogfpuc/AAA1BPe12s38KxGeSkz89XYca?dl=0
Optional but recommended:
-Seeder with all options on and light profile
-Greenify donate - this way you have notifications from whatsapp etc without it running all the time
-Disable animations, use AOSP lock screen to get rid of black wallpaper bug -> browse to system\app find Xperialockscreen.apk and change to Xperialockscreen.apkk
-Nova launcher
-In apn settings dont use proxy for apn or mms -> this way you dont have ads if you use adblock
https://www.dropbox.com/s/mqb39omd5n35mqw/Screenshot_2014-08-28-16-12-38.png?dl=0
-Disable service from play store - disable "NlpLocationReceiverService" in play services
Results:
GFX https://www.dropbox.com/s/b1w50fhng7jy6ze/Screenshot_2014-08-28-16-07-58.png?dl=0
Free memory after reboot https://www.dropbox.com/s/s9apf3er732up38/Screenshot_2014-09-24-18-54-46.png?dl=0
Lasted antutu with new gpu test https://www.dropbox.com/s/pc5k0pvs6ejwwof/Screenshot_2014-08-29-12-25-11.png?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yyphogs5f7u8jlj/Screenshot_2014-08-30-03-20-48.png?dl=0
Battery life
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/h3clb2un71dezwj/AACF__oKYSQXJI7YpjEEWxIHa?dl=0
*Rebooted a couple times to flash a sound mod*
sms\whatsapp, a couple calls, 12 min of NFS, 10 min gps, some browsing
I'm using stock kernel cause of locked BL, its gonna be much better with gpu OC
Zero lags and AOSP like performance in setting menu
Revert to stock
1. Go to build.prop and change density to 480
2. Connect to pc with debugging on, in adb -> adb shell wm size 1080x1920 ->reboot (it will look weird before the reboot, if still looks weird try
"adb shell wm size 1920x1080")
Use adb for the resolution and not terminal emulator, if anything goes wrong you can revert to stock with adb easily
I don't see any difference between 720p and 1080p too. More and more pixels on a screen is useless *cough*2K display*cough*
yeah especially from a distance when watching movies, progress is good and we have the option to reduce the resolution for better performance, so we really shouldnt complain.
But lets not turn this thread into resolution wars
I don't know about the adb shell thing, but changing density DOES NOT change screen resolution. It just changes the density of the elements rendered in the screen.
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Thats what the adb shell thing is for
Why locked bootloader?
Xperia™ Z (C6602) with Tapatalk!
My bad, it's for both
am not able to change the lcd density to 320\
using the build prop editor
@Aka91 Try opening build prop with root browser and editing it.
You need root access for that.
androidfreak70 said:
Why locked bootloader?
Xperia™ Z (C6602) with Tapatalk!
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Well you have also Locked BL right ?
People can try it also on Unlocked BL
Send from my XZ With My Own Personal Modified MoonWalker SuperB !
excuse me, how can I change screen resolution in adb ?
my device is enabled debugging mode and I tried to access adb by cmd.
I typed " adb shell wm size 720x1280" and then "adb reboot"
But when my phone rebooted,no anything changed.
my device's information : c6603 - JB 4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101 (eXistenZ v7) - unlocked bootloader
apologize for my poor english.
Thank you very much
@quadraiser if you changed DPI it should look like nothing changed.
Check antutu benchmark device info see what it says about screen resolution
would this also positively affect battery life?
Change into HD may improve battery life ??
What happen if i change 480 -> 400 ??
@Incanity @sonconvn
720p is easier on the cpu\gpu so you get better battery life, I defiantly noticed an increase in battery life
@sontran_vietnam
Change to 400 and its going to be all big and ugly
You can change with "adb shell density *value*" to see what it looks like, but make sure you change it in the build.prop as well when you decide whats best for you.
Xperia home doesnt work well with anything but stock density 1080p->480, 720p->320
@Pandemic
Saw your post before you edited
All stock roms are basically the same, I like the extra options in settings menu (appops\auto starts) and theming he has done
You recommend Xposed, but it slows down the system, also you can simply rename the stock lockscreen.apk to get AOSP lockscreen.
@Tommy-Geenexus
Didnt know about the lockscreen, thanks.
I dont see much of a slow down with xposed, besides gravity box is awesome
vkass said:
@Tommy-Geenexus
Didnt know about the lockscreen, thanks.
I dont see much of a slow down with xposed, besides gravity box is awesome
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May be, but its a fact that xposed as well as any theme engine will slow down the phone.
@Tommy-Geenexus
Try 720p without xposed and then with xposed, I dont see any difference and the phone is super fast
So I'm the type of person who loves to get more out of my screen. So I went looking for a way to turn the screen into 240 DPI.
I came across Textdroider DPI (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.texdroider.texdroider_dpi)
This app allows you to change the DPI settings on most AOSP ROMs (this also includes the stock ROM for this tablet)
***It does require root access***
I tested it and can confirm it works great on this tablet.
If anyone has any questions don't hesitate to ask.
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Link to Screen shot Album on Google+
https://plus.google.com/photos/1120...s/6059464740433640625?authkey=CLHFwdybiYa9qQE
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If you like the theme from my screen shots
Google play link
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.djdarkknight96.theme.klearkat
Individual clear/black apps come from the great developers over at Team BlackOut
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2283828
Team Black Out Presents...The Dark Side...Blacked Out Apps
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You can also use a build.prop editor such as the one in rom toolbox. All it is doing is editing the dpi value in the build.prop. This does make things a little more simple, so if you aren't looking to do much else this would work for you.
What dpi sends the device into full tablet mode? (the UI on 10 inch android tablets) if that is even possible.
PandaGoon said:
What dpi sends the device into full tablet mode? (the UI on 10 inch android tablets) if that is even possible.
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I went all the way to 220. Adds a lot of the 10 inch features.
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Oh. My. God. I was scared to swap the DPI till I saw this post.
EVERYTHING IS SO BEAUTIFUL!
So I ran the app and it show New DPI: 220 and Current DPI 320. If I'm at 320 I don't want to go to 220 do I?
narvel said:
So I ran the app and it show New DPI: 220 and Current DPI 320. If I'm at 320 I don't want to go to 220 do I?
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220 or 240 work well. I'm using 220 right now.
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ShrekOpher said:
220 or 240 work well. I'm using 220 right now.
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I must be seeing or understanding this incorrectly. Would I not want to stay at 320? Why would I want to lower my DPI?
Thanks,
narvel said:
I must be seeing or understanding this incorrectly. Would I not want to stay at 320? Why would I want to lower my DPI?
Thanks,
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It makes your screen bigger. It basically truck Android into thinking that you have a 9-10 inch tablet. Which brings out a bunch of different (in my opinion better) features on the tablet. It also give the illusion of having a bigger screen because everything is smaller so you have more space.
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ShrekOpher said:
It makes your screen bigger. It basically truck Android into thinking that you have a 9-10 inch tablet. Which brings out a bunch of different (in my opinion better) features on the tablet. It also give the illusion of having a bigger screen because everything is smaller so you have more space.
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A larger screen with the same number of pixels actually has a lower PPI. Hence lowering our DPI makes Android (as ShrekOpher says) think we have more room and can see smaller things more clearly.
I remember the first time I done this I also found it confusing hehe.
Sorry about digging out the dead
1) the Console Mode does not work correctly when DPI != 320, you can change the DPI on-the-fly (see 2) )
2) you can use SecondScreen ( https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.farmerbb.secondscreen.free ) to change the DPI for you
3) you can use Terminal Emulator to do the same magic as SecondScreen:
Code:
wm
usage: wm [subcommand] [options]
wm size [reset|WxH]
wm density [reset|DENSITY]
wm overscan [reset|LEFT,TOP,RIGHT,BOTTOM]
wm size: return or override display size.
wm density: override display density.
wm overscan: set overscan area for display.
So, just play with
Code:
wm density 240
, etc.
Screenshots
ShrekOpher said:
Link to Screen shot Album on Google+
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Saw that you have a dailer and a contacts menu. Is that google hangout? Or do you have a normal landline dailer and such and make normal calls? ( I assume you are an American)
(sorry offtopic - i am asking because I am really interested in buying a Shield tablet but I really want it to have call and text capabilities. From what I have searched it is very limited)
Is there a non-root way to change the DPI settings?
Non-root way to change DPI
I found a non-root and fairly safe way to do it, however try at your own risk:
1. Install JDK
2. Install Android SDK platform tools
3. Install USB drivers for shield tablet
4. Put tablet into developer mode and enable USB debugging, possibly needs to switch between PTP usb mode and MTP mode if device doesn't appear when running "adb devices" command.
5. Turn off screen
6. run the following command: adb shell wm density 240
This should remain in 240 DPI even after a reboot
To reset:
1. Turn off screen
2. run up ADB and run the following command: adb shell wm density reset
I don't know if this will affect Nvidia Grid / Gamesteaming / Console mode!
I wrote almost the same
A DPI of 266, is when tablet mode first kicks in.
EYEramid said:
A DPI of 266, is when tablet mode first kicks in.
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And do grid and gamestream still work?
I tried the adb Shell to change the Size of default Screen size from 1080 to 2k. This i did with Mac. My phone is not rooted.
Open terminal
adb shell
Then type
wm size 1440x2560
and to go back to default use
wm size 1080x1920
It works with reboot as well.
If we change the density from 480 - 640 using WM density 640. Icons looks very small. I think by default Sony doesn't supply icons for that density. Not sure if someone already said this. You can issue the same using mobile terminal emulator as well. You can download that app from Play Store.
I am not able to take screenshot as i get "Couldn't capture screenshot. Content may be protected or the memory may be full."
Try and let me know. If it is already mentioned here. Apology. Please close this
Francis.
With Nova Launcher. With the below settings. The Phone looks awesome.
wm size 2160x3840
wm density 800
The Phone looks awesome. But with default launcher icons are so small.
sweeet i am watching this thread. thx alot
This doesn't work with the mobile terminal with unrooted Phone. Just an update. You can use both Mac and Windows CMD for doing this.
what is the default pixel density of xperia z5 premium??
480
fesar said:
I tried the adb Shell to change the Size of default Screen size from 1080 to 2k. This i did with Mac. My phone is not rooted.
Open terminal
adb shell
Then type
wm size 1440x2560
and to go back to default use
wm size 1080x1920
It works with reboot as well.
If we change the density from 480 - 640 using WM density 640. Icons looks very small. I think by default Sony doesn't supply icons for that density. Not sure if someone already said this. You can issue the same using mobile terminal emulator as well. You can download that app from Play Store.
I am not able to take screenshot as i get "Couldn't capture screenshot. Content may be protected or the memory may be full."
Try and let me know. If it is already mentioned here. Apology. Please close this
Francis.
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My apologies for being a complete noob but could you give me an exact procedure for how to do this on Windows? I desperate need to change the awful DPI on this otherwise perfect phone.
@Traczyc
Download android sdk tools open up adb shell enter the commands hes given and done. Its all the same on windows.
Btw It looks great thanks fesar
sfex3best said:
@Traczyc
Download android sdk tools open up adb shell enter the commands hes given and done. Its all the same on windows.
Btw It looks great thanks fesar
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Thanks, I managed to figure it out and I can confirm that it works! This is just so awesome! It's just too bad that the screenshot function doesn't work on any resolution above 1080P.
I got also one more question. When you change the resolution using ADB, does the phone actually start to output content in that resolution or is it just an illusion?
Traczyk said:
Thanks, I managed to figure it out and I can confirm that it works! This is just so awesome! It's just too bad that the screenshot function doesn't work on any resolution above 1080P.
I got also one more question. When you change the resolution using ADB, does the phone actually start to output content in that resolution or is it just an illusion?
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2k resolution on YouTube becomes available, so I guess it works
Edit: One more thing, if everything has this weird scaling a reboot usually fixes this.
Happy new year!
I confirmed the change with some screen resolution apps and in YouTube and it both confirms it as 2k. I hope Sony makes this as permanent and with an option for real 4k as well.
fesar said:
I confirmed the change with some screen resolution apps and in YouTube and it both confirms it as 2k. I hope Sony makes this as permanent and with an option for real 4k as well.
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Didn't you say you were running it in 4K now?
fesar said:
With Nova Launcher. With the below settings. The Phone looks awesome.
wm size 2160x3840
wm density 800
The Phone looks awesome. But with default launcher icons are so small.
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"wm size" only emulates resolution, so real resolution is still FHD and 4K upscaling won't work when you are not watching image/video.
Real resolution is controlled by kernel:
https://github.com/AndroPlus-org/an...rm/boot/dts/qcom/dsi-panel-satsuki.dtsi#L3025
AndroPlus said:
"wm size" only emulates resolution, so real resolution is still FHD and 4K upscaling won't work when you are not watching image/video.
Real resolution is controlled by kernel:
https://github.com/AndroPlus-org/an...rm/boot/dts/qcom/dsi-panel-satsuki.dtsi#L3025
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Yes agreed. But I prefer having my resolution on the visual screen to be better than 1080p.
fesar said:
Yes agreed. But I prefer having my resolution on the visual screen to be better than 1080p.
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Tks
With Nova Launcher prime and Tesla Unread With the below settings.
The Phone looks awesome.
wm size 2160x3840
wm density 800
but i also have the screenshots problems? I have also tried to delete or rename Pictures folder but problem still remain.
Any solution?
Tks
jumbonosich said:
Tks
With Nova Launcher prime and Tesla Unread With the below settings.
The Phone looks awesome.
wm size 2160x3840
wm density 800
but i also have the screenshots problems? I have also tried to delete or rename Pictures folder but problem still remain.
Any solution?
Tks
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I'm actually new to using adb. Does anyone mind doing a step by step guide on how to do this? I would greatly appreciate your help and time.
Any screen shots and evidence, like the youtube app.
is it possible to change the dpi of navigation bar thru adb shell?
nvm
image hosting 10mb limit
imgupload
I thought it would be good to have this in one seperate thread. The PRIV has a great qHD display but I don't think qHD resolutions make any sense on mobile devices. Problems like framedrops, low framerates, heat and battery draining can be the result.
Luckily, although the PRIV is unrootable, the commands wm density and wm size still work when applied through adb shell with USB debugging turned on. (If you don't know how to do this, there are many tutorials out there).
The PRIV has a native resolution of 2560x1440 @ 560ppi. We will change this to 1920x1080 @ 420ppi. To do so enter the following two lines:
Code:
adb shell wm size 1080y1920
adb shell wm density 420
Then reboot your device manually or simply enter:
Code:
adb reboot
To reset everything to normal enter:
Code:
adb shell wm size reset
adb shell wm density reset
Then reboot.
Hope this is helpful to you. Now I really like my PRIV and get stellar battery life and SoT:
WORKING ! thank You for that
After applying and rebooting, only a third of the screen was filled by the UI in the center and was very small. The rest was blank, not even navigation displayed.
Tried on the Priv bought from Blackberry direct on the latest update.
Calnyx said:
After applying and rebooting, only a third of the screen was filled by the UI in the center and was very small. The rest was blank, not even navigation displayed.
Tried on the Priv bought from Blackberry direct on the latest update.
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Worked for me.
did execute these commands in this order on my computer with adb:
adb shell wm size 1920x1080
adb shell wm density 420
adb reboot
Done.
its wrong because to put it correct should be
adb shell wm size 1080x1920 ( not 1920x1080 )
Been at 1080p for the past couple of months and haven't had any issues
Used this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-verizon/general/dpi-resolution-changer-program-root-t3217199
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Working
Nice, great man
Rotkaeqpchen said:
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The PRIV has a native resolution of 2560x1440 @ 560ppi. We will change this to 1920x1080 @ 420ppi. To do so enter the following two lines:
Code:
adb shell wm size 1920x1080
adb shell wm density 420
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Setting a higher density enlarges the fonts for better readability (which might be important for people in their 40ies ). I experienced setting values 450 or 480 is still OK. Higher values hide some things from the productivity bar.
Unfortunately, picture password is not working any more.
It seems that the display needs about 150 mAh per hour with the reduced resolution. Can someone check the initial energy consumtion to quantify the gain (if any).
Thanks
Here is a screenshot of the current energy consumption.
I will try out the commands later.
For comparison:
Time on: 2h 4m 25s
Computed power use: 436 mAh
With default resolution.
Anyone know how to correct the corrupt BBM icon in the HUB after the resolution/DPI change? The BBM icon turns huge on any density change and it looks incredibly ugly.
After having the reduced resolution active for one week, I'm switching back to default. It seems that for daily use there isn't much difference. I observed a couple of scaling issues (mainly with BB apps but also others) and decided it's not worth. I guess it will make one for sure when playing 3d games, but that's not my device usage.
p09 said:
After having the reduced resolution active for one week, I'm switching back to default. It seems that for daily use there isn't much difference. I observed a couple of scaling issues (mainly with BB apps but also others) and decided it's not worth. I guess it will make one for sure when playing 3d games, but that's not my device usage.
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The reason why BlackBerry apps get affected is because they don't follow proper Material design guidelines. Sadly I feel that this is something that will plague devices for a while to come. So far I too am not noticing much difference in performance or battery life.
is there a way to pin the image on the bottom right of the screen?
also, does it completely ignore touches outside of the image? ...or am I reading wrong and the image will be stretched over the entire screen?
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p09 said:
After having the reduced resolution active for one week, I'm switching back to default. It seems that for daily use there isn't much difference. I observed a couple of scaling issues (mainly with BB apps but also others) and decided it's not worth. I guess it will make one for sure when playing 3d games, but that's not my device usage.
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The screen uses only almost half of the energy when it's in FullHD mode. That's a HUGE difference I can live with those little scaling issues here and there.
priv resolution, dpi
i change just the resolution, does it have a point, i do not wana change the dpi for the fact that is going to overscale a lot of thing, and for exemple i can not change my whatsapp photo if i change the dpi....
What about 720p-mode which is more natural to upscale on qHD than 1080p? Has anyone tried?
u.b.o.o.t said:
What about 720p-mode which is more natural to upscale on qHD than 1080p? Has anyone tried?
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I tried but it's very ugly so I prefer 1080p
phong1892 said:
I tried but it's very ugly so I prefer 1080p
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Interesting thread. I just bought a new phone because the priv battery is dying, and I couldn't find a new one. But I had to drop screen resolution to do that, since I didn't want a physically larger device. I miss the sharp resolution and greater "real estate" of the priv screen.
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When it comes to screen Sony definitely tops the list above other manufacturers but our Xperia Z5 Premium doesn't always use 4K HD Resolution Screen, only when watching 4k video or things right? so why not to make it work in always 4K mode? more pixels- more fun
Warning: Note that on high brightness battery usage will be much more than 1080p screen mode
it requires Rooted device also
1.Download Terminal Emulator from play store
2. open app and write "su" without quotes
3. give it root access and write " wm size 2160×3840 " also without quotes
Screen will became "ugly", to fix it now type "wm density 820" also without quotes. after that all should work fine, play any video and you'll notice color changes and much More improvements, however there's always a way back to 1080p
to do it
wm size 1080×1920
wm density 420
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Just thank you! It gave it a different and nice appearance but I noted two things. First the phone works a little slower and the other thing is when I tried to make a call the caller interface didn’t open so I was not able to make the normal functions like turning off the microphone, hanging up the call, etc. Unfortunately I had to put it back to 1080p.
you don't need root for this, you can do it with adb command though a pc without root
"adb shell wm size 2160×3840"
"adb shell wm density 820"
cheers
Elfmirth said:
you don't need root for this, you can do it with adb command though a pc without root
"adb shell wm size 2160×3840"
"adb shell wm density 820"
cheers
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its really good
Zur75 said:
Just thank you! It gave it a different and nice appearance but I noted two things. First the phone works a little slower and the other thing is when I tried to make a call the caller interface didn’t open so I was not able to make the normal functions like turning off the microphone, hanging up the call, etc. Unfortunately I had to put it back to 1080p.
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Is there any way to solve the problem for now?
HD2killers said:
Is there any way to solve the problem for now?
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Hi Guys! I know you have lurking about that unutilized 4k screen of our phone, Why not enjoy "1440x2560" density of 534 works perfectly fine the only down side are glitchy looking start-up since it was designed to in 1080p and multi tasking has no thumbnails on it about it looks and feels good!
Just do
adb shell wm size 1440x2560
adb shell wm density 534 <-----------IMO this is the density, fonts looks smaller but legible.
ENJOY!
"You can do the same also on your Z1, Z2, Z3, Z4 Tablet, Z5, Z5 Compact ..... and on your crapold device, because this is not changing the display resolution
Seriously guys..... this is changing the resolution of the VIRTUAL display (not the physical one), so like this you are getting 4k emulation on 1080p physical resolution.
To change the physical display resolution you need to do "quite a few more steps", which cannot be done in a simple way like this (and surely not without root).
Moreover, even if -- yes, there is a way -- it's not doable on stock ROMs, as it misses the required implementation.
I am almost done here so, on Open Devices, you will be able to get real [email protected] whenever you want."
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I wana buy Xperia Z5 Premium only for VR to watch 4K videos. Is still good? Can I play UHD 180° videos smooth, without any reboot with this mod?
hi does anyone have issues taking screenshots with these settings enabled? every screen shot says error app does not allow?
crusader0071 said:
hi does anyone have issues taking screenshots with these settings enabled? every screen shot says error app does not allow?
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I try resurrection os but disabled