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Combining White Balance and Doomkernel Color Calibration to boost Z1 display

Hello friends!
I'm new here, but I bring a novelty that can cheer us, the owners of the Z1!
It is known that the Doomkernel V11 allows you to calibrate the display of our Z1 and this together with the White Balance, can greatly improve the display quality.
What we need?
1 - Unlocked bootloader
2 - Root
3 - V11 Doomkernel
4 - KitKat
Step 1: Set the White Balance with RGB values ​​to your liking, I use 255 for everything;
Step 2: Install Faux123 or Pimp Z1, so you have access to calibration setting of the display.
Step 3: Set the RGB values ​​in one of the APPs cited above (I prefer the Pimp Z1) to between 70 and a maximum of 150, the choice you prefer
And voila!
The display loses the yellow dye, gets saturated colors and angles of vision far superior!
Sure we lost a bit of the maximum brightness of the display.
Do your tests and come back here to comment!
Thanks all!
(Forgive my bad english!):good:

So without DooMLoRD v11 kernel is not possible the calibrations? Withe Balance only..

eclyptos said:
So without DooMLoRD v11 kernel is not possible the calibrations? Withe Balance only..
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Exactly! Only the white balance is not sufficient, it is necessary the gamma calibration of the DoomKernel.

Hey guys, don't forget to press thanks!

rafael.jandre said:
Hey guys, don't forget to press thanks!
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For what?

Paradelle said:
For what?
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This helped you? Tested? You like? So ...

This is my settings now:
White Balance: Rgb > all 255
Pimp Z1 Color calibration settings:
R: 115
G: 100
B: 126
See images attached

But...... Unlocking the bootloader takes away X reality right?
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Not anymore! Sony Correct this.

rafael.jandre said:
Not anymore! Sony Correct this.
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Wow. I didn't know. When did they correct it?
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slimldj said:
Wow. I didn't know. When did they correct it?
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Read OP http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2642608

Viewing angles
Wowww...i was previously using 0 0 255 and 229 207 255 in Pimp my Z1.
Now im using 120 120 255 in White balance and 115 100 125 in Pimp my Z1.
just got in amazing increase in viewing angles.....Sony to be blamed for poor display calibration. Now i have one more reason to not to buy Z2

rafael.jandre said:
This is my settings now:
White Balance: Rgb > all 255
Pimp Z1 Color calibration settings:
R: 115
G: 100
B: 126
See images attached
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These settings dim the screen too much,
You have to crank the brightness up a lot to compensate

raziel123 said:
These settings dim the screen too much,
You have to crank the brightness up a lot to compensate
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Yeah i found that too when i tried it, i like strong Colors and Bright Display.

rafael.jandre said:
This is my settings now:
White Balance: Rgb > all 255
Pimp Z1 Color calibration settings:
R: 115
G: 100
B: 126
See images attached
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can u upload your wallpaper please, i want it

Yes, the downside is the dimmed display...but damm! We have a saturated display now!
Wallpapers attached.

pranii23 said:
Wowww...i was previously using 0 0 255 and 229 207 255 in Pimp my Z1.
Now im using 120 120 255 in White balance and 115 100 125 in Pimp my Z1.
just got in amazing increase in viewing angles.....Sony to be blamed for poor display calibration. Now i have one more reason to not to buy Z2
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Good point man! But if you set de white balance to 255 for all, you'll have some more brightness, wihtout losing the colors and viewing angles! Try it!
Cheers

The Sony's TFT isn't bad at all. It's just a matter of calibration. We have some TFTs in the past like Xperia Ion, Xperia TX and Xperia V, all having good calibrations on the display.

Wow. Unlocking my bootloader right away to do this!
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Is there a guide that shows how to unlock the bootloader for kitkat? All the guides I've seen are outdated.
Also, is it true that if you unlock the BL the camera quality drops?

Regarding Display

Hi folks hope you all do well.Actualy i want to know whether if we change external display size 1080x1920 which is full hd display to as a 720p in an resolution as 720x1920 will there be any change? including battery improvements? First of all is it possible.to do the way as we change dpi which is 480 to 320 .! Im using xperia z stock 4.4.4 exitenZ rom.please do suggest and help me.Thank you in advance.

kumar8904 said:
Hi folks hope you all do well.Actualy i want to know whether if we change external display size 1080x1920 which is full hd display to as a 720p in an resolution as 720x1920 will there be any change? including battery improvements? First of all is it possible.to do the way as we change dpi which is 480 to 320 .! Im using xperia z stock 4.4.4 exitenZ rom.please do suggest and help me.Thank you in advance.
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Pls do not post this type of questions / requests in General Forum. Wrong section. U can use Q & A section for that.. Next time pls follow that.. Have a nice day..

Try advice 1 from this thread! Worked well for me but i did not see a noticeable effect in regard of batterylife or overall-performance.

kumar8904 said:
Hi folks hope you all do well.Actualy i want to know whether if we change external display size 1080x1920 which is full hd display to as a 720p in an resolution as 720x1920 will there be any change? including battery improvements? First of all is it possible.to do the way as we change dpi which is 480 to 320 .! Im using xperia z stock 4.4.4 exitenZ rom.please do suggest and help me.Thank you in advance.
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First of all, you shouldn't just change to an arbitrary resolution like that. You need it to scale by an integer number - 720p to 1080p means a scale of 1.5x, which will result in a bad quality image. Consider going to 540p instead - this means it'll be stretched horizontally 2x, and artifacts will be less visible. I'm unsure about battery improvements - upscaling will take place regardless so it may not be worth it because no proper testing has taken place. I'd instead consider using greenify, running an AOSP ROM without gapps (google play services are a huge battery drain) and other solutions to improve your battery.

kumar8904 said:
Hi folks hope you all do well.Actualy i want to know whether if we change external display size 1080x1920 which is full hd display to as a 720p in an resolution as 720x1920 will there be any change? including battery improvements? First of all is it possible.to do the way as we change dpi which is 480 to 320 .! Im using xperia z stock 4.4.4 exitenZ rom.please do suggest and help me.Thank you in advance.
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Yeah and get ur battery replaced, in only six moths a battery will lose its power and you will be surprised of what a freshly, good performing , new battery can do some endurance voodoo to ur phone
iDroid8 said:
First of all, you shouldn't just change to an arbitrary resolution like that. You need it to scale by an integer number - 720p to 1080p means a scale of 1.5x, which will result in a bad quality image. Consider going to 540p instead - this means it'll be stretched horizontally 2x, and artifacts will be less visible. I'm unsure about battery improvements - upscaling will take place regardless so it may not be worth it because no proper testing has taken place. I'd instead consider using greenify, running an AOSP ROM without gapps (google play services are a huge battery drain) and other solutions to improve your battery.
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Changing resolution

I can't find it, I heard it is possible since Android 7.0. So, is the option present in Axon 7?

I'm on A2017G (B01 Nougat 7.0) and it's possible, the setting is under Display

apocalypse_bg said:
I'm on A2017G (B01 Nougat 7.0) and it's possible, the setting is under Display
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That's only changing the font size, not the actual resolution
Sent from my ZTE A2017U using XDA-Developers Legacy app

There is no way to change the resolution only the display scale, and that's what this setting does

You can make it even smaller (or bigger) by setting a custom display scaling. Enable developer options -> then find a setting called smallest width. Then your custom value in it. For example I use 500. bigger values will make the screen show more content(make everything smaller)

Nik2424 said:
You can make it even smaller (or bigger) by setting a custom display scaling. Enable developer options -> then find a setting called smallest width. Then your custom value in it. For example I use 500. bigger values will make the screen show more content(make everything smaller)
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Do You mean rooting the phone?

BurakSefaSenturk said:
Do You mean rooting the phone?
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no need for root. go in About phone, then tap build number 7 times. It'll enable developer options. This will appear in the advanced settings. then do as I said in previous post.

In terminal emulator:
Code:
wm size widthxheight
So it you wanted to change the resolution to 1080p:
Code:
wm size 1080x1920

Nik2424 said:
no need for root. go in About phone, then tap build number 7 times. It'll enable developer options. This will appear in the advanced settings. then do as I said in previous post.
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Yeah, but for what I know, Android 7.0 supports changing resolution, am I correct? What about 1080p, or 720p, what should I type into ,,width: section?

BurakSefaSenturk said:
Yeah, but for what I know, Android 7.0 supports changing resolution, am I correct? What about 1080p, or 720p, what should I type into ,,width: section?
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zte took that option out sorry, try to use the adb shell/terminal commands posted above.

What ammount should I type to achieve 1080p or 720p?

BurakSefaSenturk said:
What ammount should I type to achieve 1080p or 720p?
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1080p: wm size 1080x1920
720p: wm size 720x1280

May I ask what the benefit is for lowering the resolution?
On some Samsung phones you can change the resolution.
The benefit for the battery is nearly 0%

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zte took that option out sorry, try to use the adb shell/terminal commands posted above.
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But there is no way to type ,,x" into the smallest wide. By default, it is 360 dp

BurakSefaSenturk said:
But there is no way to type ,,x" into the smallest wide. By default, it is 360 dp
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go to Settings > Advanced > Developer Options and change the smallest width from 360 to the value you need.
410 to 430 good for me... i think 550dp will change it to tablet mode.
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troy5890 said:
That's only changing the font size, not the actual resolution
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if you change the resolution (using build.prop) the stock apps won't scale good.. eg. Stock Dailer incall UI. ..
if you don't care abt stock appps.. root and change the build.prop thats the best option.

Try messing with the DPI. You can find some apps on the market that edit this value for you

can reducing resolution improve 3D gaming performance? like more fps. for example always get more than 30 fps which was not possible with high resolution.

vahid-749 said:
can reducing resolution improve 3D gaming performance? like more fps. for example always get more than 30 fps which was not possible with high resolution.
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if you're not getting more than 30fps on games I'd recommend you to check the settings. turn VSync off, and if that still doesn't help just lower some setting.
You can get more FPS by reducing the resolution but it's a headache, a bunch of stuff breaks until you restore to stock resolution and restart the phone.
Newer games have a resolution slider

vahid-749 said:
can reducing resolution improve 3D gaming performance? like more fps. for example always get more than 30 fps which was not possible with high resolution.
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Yes of course. If you lower the resolution (NOT DPI) the games will render at that lowered resolution, giving a performance boost. After change of resolution you should change the DPI as well so the icon, menu and app sizes arent too big or too small

GodOfPsychos said:
Yes of course. If you lower the resolution (NOT DPI) the games will render at that lowered resolution, giving a performance boost. After change of resolution you should change the DPI as well so the icon, menu and app sizes arent too big or too small
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Still I don't recommend it at all. Capacitive keys break. Keyboards may get all messed up. and the performance boost is rather negligible
If you're gonna try, get ready to use mipop a bunch...

Get FULL HD Resolution 1080x1920 on Sony Xperia XA1

Hello everyone!
You can enjoy FullHD resolution in Xperia XA1/XA easily by follow the video. It is so amazing and you can view Youtube video with Full HD resolution n your XA1 phone after do it. If you have any questions please comment . I will respond as soon as possible.
You can revert back any time by change to the original resolution in command. :highfive: I just compare Antutu benchmark after set the resolution to 1080p :victory:: https://youtu.be/HslDJ8NB6Jg
Video Guide : https://youtu.be/ND_zA5XM-yg
Download :
1. Driver : http://adbdriver.com/downloads/ or https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979
2. ADB fastboot tools : https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B2kFletApi72TGhzN0dGR3pHbGs
3. Command : adb shell wm size 1080x1920
4. Process : Install Driver - Enable USB Debugging - Open ADB fastboot tool and press shift+right click to open command here - run command - set up font and restart to enjoy - done :laugh: . Please view the Video Guide for more details :victory:
By the way. You can save many battery life if you use this way to decrease resolution intead of increase . i mean you will change to 540x960 or 450x800 depend on you. view decrease here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vQxZgfUI88
Update More tips here :
Play Game on TV : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-YjdbEVkBY&list=PL4PNn1kmbOakGquTbUf_VhkJx7z0vppjp&index=13
Unlock by voice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B7dIHM4snM
Root XA1 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pZIjPH-MmM&list=PL4PNn1kmbOakGquTbUf_VhkJx7z0vppjp&index=20
Say thanks if you see it is helpful. Sorry for my bad English

GOOD STUFF:fingers-crossed:

Awesome !
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Does the screen look noticibly sharper after this?
Just wondering if worth the effort/trade off in battery life

I must say that I'm a bit skeptical about this. The screen has a specific number of pixels, in the XA1 case 720 x 1280, and it is not possible to increase with setting a value in Android. Lowering the value is possible since then the software can count several pixels as one (but usually it does not look that good).
In the GSMarena review they use a microscope to look at the pixels and sure they don't count them but I think after looking at so many screens they would have notice if the pixels was so small that the screen was a 1080 x 1920 screen instead.

If you saw my old phone, you too would be happy with the current resolution.
Why pump it up. Uses your battery quicker

Very Eager to tryit out but worried about battery life. Is it worth??

Strong post
thanks for your help , I have been bothered by the xa1 's low ppi for a long time:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

Does this only change the dpi? As stated above you can't add pixels to a screen that's 720p
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hpsauce37 said:
Does the screen look noticibly sharper after this?
Just wondering if worth the effort/trade off in battery life
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Depend on your eyes bro ^^. battery life is not affect too much. but you can view youtube in FullHD

harlz said:
Does this only change the dpi? As stated above you can't add pixels to a screen that's 720p
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We do it for more space on screen and you can view Youtube on Full HD. why you do not try and can revert back anytime

kirkx10 said:
I must say that I'm a bit skeptical about this. The screen has a specific number of pixels, in the XA1 case 720 x 1280, and it is not possible to increase with setting a value in Android. Lowering the value is possible since then the software can count several pixels as one (but usually it does not look that good).
In the GSMarena review they use a microscope to look at the pixels and sure they don't count them but I think after looking at so many screens they would have notice if the pixels was so small that the screen was a 1080 x 1920 screen instead.
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Yes you r right. but the point is you can view youtube with FullHD setting. and you will get more space, also UI like tablet for some app if you want

I use these settings :
adb shell wm size 480x850
adb shell wm density 240
in settings, display, use the smallest size of font.
you can use too but it's blur :
adb shell wm size 360x640
adb shell wm density 180

I tried this out and my batterylive isnt affected. But I'm not able to take a screenshot anymore

1. Probably not the best idea to publish a video with your pirated movies and MILF porn clearly visible
2. How could this be possibly be... possible? Unless Sony has built in a 1080 display and lowered the resolution via software (why would they?!), I call complete bull****.
What you're changing is what the phone tells YT it is capable of. So you're using more data and also more battery for no visual improvement whatsoever. It just doesn't have more pixels.

dancress said:
1. Probably not the best idea to publish a video with your pirated movies and MILF porn clearly visible
2. How could this be possibly be... possible? Unless Sony has built in a 1080 display and lowered the resolution via software (why would they?!), I call complete bull****.
What you're changing is what the phone tells YT it is capable of. So you're using more data and also more battery for no visual improvement whatsoever. It just doesn't have more pixels.
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And you are not able to take Screenshots anymore

In case of Youtube it helps, because videos are encoded with very low quality to save space and bandwidth.
It always help to use higher resolution of video than screen has resolution anyway. I do this on ma PC for couple of years now.
On phone screen is so small it makes little but still noticeable difference, but i don't care about it, i want battery life especially when I watch YT while travelling.
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I've checked the screen with good old cardboard.
It is 720p and android probably is downsampling 1080p to it if You change the resolution.
So in conclusion other than 1080p in Youtube You only waste Your battery life.
If You want 1080p in Youtube, get modded app.
Anyway it is interesting gimmick, but with no real purpose.

[Discussion] Best Screen Resolution Mate 9

Hi Guys,
I'm searching for the best settings for a crispy clear image on Mate 9. I want you guys to share your thoughts.
Wich Dpi is best? 480, 425, 400???
Wich Resolution is best? 1080x1920, smaller or bigger?
Let's begin ?
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My settings are: Resolution = 1440x2560
View Mode = Medium
Font size = Normal
But not very happy with these...

i use FHD with 560DPI, it causes some issues in certain apps, but the phone looks MUCH better with much more content filling the awesome 5.9 screen

I use Dpi 400 .

I assume you have to be rooted to change the dpi? Also would improving the density make it better for VR? Less obvious pixels and sde?

tboy2000 said:
I assume you have to be rooted to change the dpi? Also would improving the density make it better for VR? Less obvious pixels and sde?
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No need to be rooted to change dpi. You can use adb commands

400 with FHD is good for me, clear and more detail

End how to change Resolution on mate 9.I have 1920x1080 native

gurita said:
End how to change Resolution on mate 9.I have 1920x1080 native
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Easy Dpi Changer on Play Store can do the trick.

i must have root on my phone to change resolution with Easy Dpi Changer?

I believe you can change it in developer options. No need to be rooted. Change smallest width.

THX.

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I believe you can change it in developer options. No need to be rooted. Change smallest width.
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Brilliant, thanks for that :good:

I use 530DPI.
@albertobom How do you change the resolution to 1440x2560?

Evolutios said:
I use 530DPI.
@albertobom How do you change the resolution to 1440x2560?
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With easy dpi Changer app

albertobom said:
Hi Guys,
I'm searching for the best settings for a crispy clear image on Mate 9. I want you guys to share your thoughts.
Wich Dpi is best? 480, 425, 400???
Wich Resolution is best? 1080x1920, smaller or bigger?
Let's begin
Edit:
My settings are: Resolution = 1440x2560
View Mode = Medium
Font size = Normal
But not very happy with these...
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How do you manage to change to 1440x2560 ?