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Why is WiFi on 100% of the time, even though Extended Standby Mode is enabled?
My Sony Xperia S has an Extended Standby Mode which states that WiFi and mobile data are disabled after a time when the screen is off. However, sometimes this stops working and the battery starts falling quickly, and BetterBatteryStats shows that WiFi was on 100% of the time for the last 22 hours. U...
My Sony Xperia S has an Extended Standby Mode which states that WiFi and mobile data are disabled after a time when the screen is off.
However, sometimes this stops working and the battery starts falling quickly, and BetterBatteryStats shows that WiFi was on 100% of the time for the last 22 hours. Usually after I reboot the phone it starts behaving normally.
This is the explanation text for the Extended Standby Mode:
And I know for sure that I don't have any downloads or uploads running.
What is happening here? How do I make sure that Extended Standby Mode really works?
And I know for sure that I don't have any downloads or uploads running.
What is happening here? How do I make sure that Extended Standby Mode really works?
sashoalm
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Mar 21, 2015, 08:11 AM
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how to remove sticky (permanent) notifications from notification bar?
I have a buggy app installed in my phone, which sometimes creates permanent download progress notification with animated icon but **fails to remove it from notification bar** by its own. I tried to remove the notification manually (swipe it off) but it is sticky and can't be removed. I tried "clear"...
I have a buggy app installed in my phone, which sometimes creates permanent download progress notification with animated icon but **fails to remove it from notification bar** by its own.
I tried to remove the notification manually (swipe it off) but it is sticky and can't be removed. I tried "clear" option in notification bar, but again no success and it is still there! I even stopped that app which created the notification, but no change.
The only option that I have to remove such sticky and buggy notifications is to restart the device, which is very unpleasant.
**Which app, hack, command, gesture, etc... I can use to remove that sticky notification?**
*My device is **
Sony Xperia S** running **ICS 4.0.4 stock ROM** *(rooted)*
yrajabi
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Sep 28, 2012, 08:45 PM
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How to factory reset a locked Sony Xperia S
Bit of a dilemma, I have an old Sony Xperia S that I cannot get into as I can't remember the passcode to unlock it. I also cannot remember the gmail address that it was registered to so cannot reset the passcode that way. Anyone know of a way I can get into it? Or a method to factory reset without u...
Bit of a dilemma, I have an old Sony Xperia S that I cannot get into as I can't remember the passcode to unlock it. I also cannot remember the gmail address that it was registered to so cannot reset the passcode that way. Anyone know of a way I can get into it? Or a method to factory reset without unlocking the phone? My iphone has failed on me, so currently phoneless!
HannahEliz
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Oct 12, 2015, 10:59 PM
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Import SMS messages from Samsung .nef file to Sony Xperia S
How can I import my SMS message from a Samsung phone to a Sony one? New PS Studio gave me a `.nef` file that I can't import to my Sony phone.
How can I import my SMS message from a Samsung phone to a Sony one?
New PS Studio gave me a
.nef file that I can't import to my Sony phone.
Asker N
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Sep 26, 2012, 03:06 PM
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How to change camera default save location?
When I was using the camera of my Sony Xperia S, the following message popped up. ![screencap][1] So how do you change the default save location of *your camera* (as highlighted with red underline)? Note: Yes, my memory was full and the message stopped showing up after deleting some files of course....
When I was using the camera of my Sony Xperia S, the following message popped up.
So how do you change the default save location of *your camera* (as highlighted with red underline)?
Note: Yes, my memory was full and the message stopped showing up after deleting some files of course. I just want to know how to **change the default for CAMERA**.
So how do you change the default save location of *your camera* (as highlighted with red underline)?
Note: Yes, my memory was full and the message stopped showing up after deleting some files of course. I just want to know how to **change the default for CAMERA**.
Sid
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Jan 11, 2013, 05:27 PM
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Phone asking "SIM network unlock PIN" after flashing new Stock ROM on Xperia S
I have Xperia S (LT26i). Earlier it had 6.2.B.0.211 installed. I flashed it with "XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_1257-6919.ftf", flashing was successful, but after I started my phone I saw this message "SIM network unlock PIN". What should I do now? (Click the image to enlarge it) 
Raja
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Jul 7, 2015, 07:30 PM
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Xperia S Backup & Restore: Could not back up media files and downloaded apps with data
When I tried backing up my Xperia S, the default Backup & Restore would backup only system apps. It says "Could not back up" for "Media files" and for "Downloaded apps with data". Screenshot: ![enter image description here][1] [1]: https://i.sstatic.net/9WWPF.png
When I tried backing up my Xperia S, the default Backup & Restore would backup only system apps.
It says "Could not back up" for "Media files" and for "Downloaded apps with data".
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sashoalm
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May 26, 2014, 06:18 AM
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Sony Xperia S - suddenly can't connect to PC anymore (it was working before)
I see there are various threads for Galaxy S3 having this problem, but my phone is Sony Xperia S. My phone used to connect to PCs fine, but today when I tried connecting to my laptop it wouldn't recognize it. This happens on Windows and on Ubuntu, with the original USB cable, and with a generic one....
I see there are various threads for Galaxy S3 having this problem, but my phone is Sony Xperia S.
My phone used to connect to PCs fine, but today when I tried connecting to my laptop it wouldn't recognize it. This happens on Windows and on Ubuntu, with the original USB cable, and with a generic one. The same cables and computers used to work fine with my phone.
Also, the phone does not give any notification that a PC has been connected, i.e. the phone itself doesn't recognize that a PC has been connected. It starts charging, though.
I tried rebooting Android, I also tried enabling USB debugging, but none of it helped.
sashoalm
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Dec 3, 2013, 01:42 PM
• Last activity: Apr 12, 2014, 03:20 PM
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Is there way to switch between proxy settings on ICS?
I have an Xperia S running 4.0.4. I often need to switch to a proxy for accessing a test server. I can do this fine by modifying my Wifi connection, selecting to show advanced options and then entering the proxy information manually. The problem is that if I then need to disable the proxy, ICS 'forg...
I have an Xperia S running 4.0.4. I often need to switch to a proxy for accessing a test server. I can do this fine by modifying my Wifi connection, selecting to show advanced options and then entering the proxy information manually.
The problem is that if I then need to disable the proxy, ICS 'forgets' the settings so I have to enter them manually each time. I need the proxy to work with Adobe Edge Inspect and so browser-specific proxy options are not the answer.
Is there a reputable third-party app which will let me switch between proxies for the current network connection?
codecowboy
(191 rep)
Jan 2, 2013, 01:46 PM
• Last activity: Feb 4, 2014, 10:14 PM
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Why does "Xperia Keyboard" use up mobile traffic?
I checked Settings->Data Usage, and an app called "Xperia Keyboard" has used up 513 KB of mobile traffic. Why would the keyboard app need to use 513 KB of mobile data? It's a keyboard app, why does it need an internet connection at all?
I checked Settings->Data Usage, and an app called "Xperia Keyboard" has used up 513 KB of mobile traffic.
Why would the keyboard app need to use 513 KB of mobile data? It's a keyboard app, why does it need an internet connection at all?
sashoalm
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Oct 26, 2013, 10:10 PM
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Does Xperia S support HDR?
As the title says, does anyone know if Xperia S supports the [HDR][1] feature? >HDR stands for High Dynamic Range. It usually refers to the method of capturing images having “greater dynamic range between the lightest and darkest areas of an image than current standard digital imaging methods or pho...
As the title says, does anyone know if Xperia S supports the HDR feature?
>HDR stands for High Dynamic Range. It usually refers to the method of capturing images having “greater dynamic range between the lightest and darkest areas of an image than current standard digital imaging methods or photographic methods” (Wikipedia).
sashoalm
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Oct 15, 2013, 12:12 PM
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Xperia S, sleep-to-snap not capturing automatically
Xperia S has the [sleep-to-snap function][1]: > A single key press takes you from sleep to snap in just over a second. But when I press the shutter-button, the phone wakes, goes into camera mode, but it doesn't snap a photo - I have to press the snap button for that. How do I make it also snap autom...
Xperia S has the sleep-to-snap function :
> A single key press takes you from sleep to snap in just over a second.
But when I press the shutter-button, the phone wakes, goes into camera mode, but it doesn't snap a photo - I have to press the snap button for that.
How do I make it also snap automatically?
sashoalm
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Sep 24, 2013, 12:58 PM
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Is there any way to know the cause I cannot install app from Google Play
I'm using Sony Xperia S (also I have old SE Xperia X10 Mini) and want to install [mytaxi app][1]. But Google Play says that I'm not eligible to do this and I do not understand why! I've found an apk in the internets and it works fine, but I want to know the reason and have updates. [1]: https://play...
I'm using Sony Xperia S (also I have old SE Xperia X10 Mini) and want to install mytaxi app . But Google Play says that I'm not eligible to do this and I do not understand why! I've found an apk in the internets and it works fine, but I want to know the reason and have updates.
madhead
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Sep 19, 2013, 09:42 PM
• Last activity: Sep 19, 2013, 10:58 PM
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My Sony Xperia S started rebooting after i installed Beats Audio Installation
I was looking through the Google Play Store after I rooted my Sony Xperia S The other day, and came upon the app "Beats Audio Installation" & Downloaded it and then when i opened the app and finished the setup, it started Rebooting and you cant go to your regular screen, etc. You can only see the bo...
I was looking through the Google Play Store after I rooted my Sony Xperia S The other day, and came upon the app "Beats Audio Installation" & Downloaded it and then when i opened the app and finished the setup, it started Rebooting and you cant go to your regular screen, etc. You can only see the boot loader (Green animated android logo) and Sony Logo in the beginning and it keeps rebooting. Please Help!
Booting into safe mode using vol- when switched on doesn't work it still reboots as soon as it goes on. Any one had an issue regardless "Beats Audio Installation" please let me know how you fixed it.
ExpressBit
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Apr 7, 2013, 04:39 PM
• Last activity: Apr 7, 2013, 06:18 PM
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Is there currently an easy way to root Sony Xperia S with stock ICS 4.0.4 ROM?
I'm looking for an easy way, which doesn't need Unlocking bootloader or flashing Roms, just like root solution for SE 2011 devices (one click). It's because I currently use my Xperia S for development purposes and can't afford bricking it! please tell me if there is a solution. Thanks!
I'm looking for an easy way, which doesn't need Unlocking bootloader or flashing Roms, just like root solution for SE 2011 devices (one click). It's because I currently use my Xperia S for development purposes and can't afford bricking it! please tell me if there is a solution. Thanks!
yrajabi
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Aug 29, 2012, 06:56 AM
• Last activity: Feb 21, 2013, 09:26 AM
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Is it possible to install unmodified, unadulterated and pure Android on a Sony Xperia S?
I'm willing to buy a Sony Xperia S, but in my opinion, the modifications Sony made to Android is just horrible. So, is it possible to install the last version of Android unmodified? And, if so, how do I do that?
I'm willing to buy a Sony Xperia S, but in my opinion, the modifications Sony made to Android is just horrible.
So, is it possible to install the last version of Android unmodified? And, if so, how do I do that?
Rodrigo Siqueira
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Feb 21, 2013, 02:47 AM
• Last activity: Feb 21, 2013, 08:38 AM
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How to disable lock screen in ICS when VPN is set?
> **Possible Duplicate:** > [Connecting to VPN forces having secure screen lock](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/22867/connecting-to-vpn-forces-having-secure-screen-lock) I have **Sony Xperia S** with `ICS 4.0.4` stock rom **(rooted)**, I need to have a **VPN account** set in my phone, b...
> **Possible Duplicate:**
> [Connecting to VPN forces having secure screen lock](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/22867/connecting-to-vpn-forces-having-secure-screen-lock)
I have **Sony Xperia S** with
ICS 4.0.4 stock rom **(rooted)**, I need to have a **VPN account** set in my phone, but when I add a VPN account, the phone asks me to set either a pattern or password for lock screen, which I don't want.
Is there an app or hack **to disable lock screen** or at least, have just simple "slide to unclock" instead of pattern or password?
yrajabi
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Sep 24, 2012, 08:00 PM
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