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 Sony Ericsson Xperia X8, Code Name Shakira

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ghost_301
post Dec 7 2010, 11:37 PM

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Hi all,

I feel like getting one X8 since it's price is quite OK for an Android device, aside from the non-multi touch thingy, but I am worry about the GPS software, since I do not plan to have some unlimited data plan, is there any X8 user able to use the Papago X5.1 in their device? I read from some other thread saying it works properly in 2.1, plus it can use MFM map, so I will like to have a confirmation whether it works, if it is, probably I will get the phone very soon!

Thanks!
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post Dec 9 2010, 04:06 PM

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QUOTE(silver01 @ Dec 9 2010, 11:38 AM)
Tried repair & same thing. Software updated but still 1.6.

My code is 1240-6018-R3A

Any particular setting to on / off while doing updates?
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Probably the update is not out for that product code. I checked the xperia-x8.com and didn't find the code included in the update. Will out very soon I suppose.

Added on December 9, 2010, 4:07 pm
QUOTE(lee82gx @ Dec 9 2010, 04:04 PM)
I'm coming from exactly the same situation here....

Currently using a P1i paired with external Bluetooth GPS + Garmin XT. While its not the best, it definitely does the job & I'm sure to get latest maps from MFM and Malsing.

Besides the GPS applications, anyone out there have good reason to avoid this phone?
Kinda falling in love with the price, but I'm holding out for a Samsung I5800 / I5700 and the LG Optimus One P500

Id really like to stick within my RM850 budget for a new phone......
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Probably I will buy the Papago software for my X8, since MFM now promised for a monthly release for Papago. Sygic Aura seems OK also, my belgian friend is using it and he said it is usable in Malaysia, though he bought the world edition. Malaysia & Singapore edition is 29.99 EUR.

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post Dec 10 2010, 01:52 PM

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Just got my phone yesterday and updated to 2.1. Everything working really well, later night will try out Papago! trial see if it works with the MFM latest map, if it does, I will buy the Papago! software.
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post Dec 11 2010, 10:51 PM

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QUOTE(wah chai @ Dec 11 2010, 08:37 PM)
hi all, this phone still can't update to v2.1 ? i download se update service/software and it show my software version it's latest but it's v1.6
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Probably you gonna wait for a little while more, they will cover more product codes. Anyhow my AP set is able to update to 2.1, if you still have problem to update, probably you need to send to their service centre to check the problem.
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post Dec 11 2010, 10:57 PM

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QUOTE(wah chai @ Dec 11 2010, 10:54 PM)
i googled and i found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=825228
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Hmmm ... That's a little bit not user friendly if the phone need to be rooted and mod to get the update. Probably you can find your product code and send email to SE for inquiry about the update for your phone. But if your phone already rooted, probably it will be good to do the patch to get the update. 2.1 really has huge difference than 1.6.
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post Dec 12 2010, 01:48 AM

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QUOTE(wah chai @ Dec 11 2010, 11:08 PM)
i see. so that mean it's better i don't root my x8 ?
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It's all up to you. I would prefer not to root unless it is needed to install some needed applications, but so far I don't see a need of it, except to get the update. I would advise you to wait for a few more days before making decision to root it, since it's an official update and I believe eventually it will reach to all X8 users.
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post Dec 12 2010, 02:38 AM

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Not sure if you guys have the same problem as mine in 2.1, but connecting the phone to the PC can trigger the phone to restart. It seems that current solution is to put the phone to silent mode before connect to PC. Big bug I suppose, so we should expect another update from SE soon.
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post Dec 12 2010, 02:42 AM

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QUOTE(doggydogg @ Dec 12 2010, 02:41 AM)
i dont hav that prob
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Hmmm ... Is it? Probably there is something to trigger it, because I can see there are quite some people having the same problem.
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post Dec 12 2010, 01:58 PM

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QUOTE(doggydogg @ Dec 12 2010, 04:30 AM)
when i connect, i only see 3 options on my phone screen. that data sync thing | install pc companion | charge phone.

no issue so far. i even used my n82 mircoUSB cable sometimes. no prob oso. can charge n transfer file.

Added on December 12, 2010, 5:48 am
i tried installing, but NFS shift is optimized for those androids wif bigger screens. can run the game but some major area of the view is cropped
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Ya, same thing, I have the three options as well. The first and the second have the problem, charging works without problem though. It's good to hear that some of you guys don't have the problem, probably there are some settings/ringtone etc. causing this issue. Someone mentioned format memory card could solve the issue, not sure what's the reason.

http://talk.sonyericsson.com/thread/9346?tstart=0
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post Dec 12 2010, 02:05 PM

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QUOTE(wah chai @ Dec 12 2010, 02:00 PM)
hi all

v1.6 is it incoming call only show number and doesn't show name even already saved ? i already download maxis mobile internet setting but i can't get online/internet
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When I get my phone I have the same issue, I would think that probably the phone number need to put in +60 for all the contacts to show the name, updating to 2.1 solve the issue.
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post Dec 13 2010, 08:40 AM

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QUOTE(TongCN @ Dec 12 2010, 02:21 PM)
So X8 cannot pinch the screen where as it doesn't have multi touch?

No wonder my gf's device playing Angry bird is quite hard >.<
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I don't think Angry bird need multi touch to work, no? But occasionally it will be laggy a little bit due to the high physics calculation, but I don't think multi-touch is needed.

Added on December 13, 2010, 8:42 am
QUOTE(wah chai @ Dec 12 2010, 03:48 PM)
i already did and it's show my 1.6 it's latest. nvm. i already know how. i googled and i follow the guide. rooted and change product customization code. afterthat only can update to 2.1
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Welcome to 2.1! Any thought on the new version?

Anyway guys, I wonder if you guys have notice the screen brightness changes automatically? Some kind of bugs or it's intended? I read somewhere saying that it is a bug in Android ...

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post Dec 13 2010, 02:16 PM

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QUOTE(aliwawa @ Dec 13 2010, 02:09 PM)
chinese input available in ORI or AP or both also have??

android market can be used in ORI phone only??
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Don't worry, everything on the original can be enjoyed on AP set except the warranty. Go buy it, it's a very nice phone i must say.
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post Dec 14 2010, 11:20 AM

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Anyone have the restarting/black screen issue when using some camera apps like camera 360 or Vignette? Occurence is very frequent in my unit, I wonder what's trigger the problem.
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QUOTE(llobak @ Dec 14 2010, 02:57 PM)
if u play angry bird on a multi touch-able phone, you can zoom in and/or zoom out in the game. personally i like to zoom out so that i can see my bird and the pig... easier to play

planning to get this phone(X8) for my brother as xmas present. so X8 really don have multi-touch??? does it lag? thanks in advance
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Ah, I see, never thought of the use of multi-touch there. Yup, not possible to have multi-touch. Which lag do you mean? The Angry Bird game or overall performance? Angry Bird could lag a bit in some stages due to high physics calculation, as for the overall performance, I can say it is quite smooth, except currently I have issue with third party camera apps which can restart or black screen my phone, other than that it is a very nice phone.

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post Dec 15 2010, 02:38 PM

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QUOTE(sphinxz @ Dec 15 2010, 02:24 PM)
does anyone here know how to root a 2.1 X8? please provide links or instructions. Thanks
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Yes, it is possible currently, discovered just a few days back. But there is no easy way to do it yet, unless you are experienced flasher.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=871169
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post Dec 15 2010, 05:02 PM

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QUOTE(llobak @ Dec 15 2010, 04:35 PM)
I'm asking bout overall performance.... wow... if it's quite smooth then i think it worth the deal. Thanks for your review.. hehe
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Yup, totally worth the deal, and way better than any older Nokia phone. S^3 is quite good though.
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post Dec 21 2010, 10:39 PM

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QUOTE(karakura @ Dec 21 2010, 09:31 PM)
have u guys heard about slideIT keyboard?....how come my X8 cant use slideIT keyboard?=/

Added on December 21, 2010, 10:01 pmand any way to install my apps into SDcard?.....memory 128mb is not enuf at all
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I recommend you go get Swype beta, it's really great and it is similar to SlideIT if not mistaken. http://beta.swype.com/

App2SD will need to have your phone rooted, which is possible now but not in an easy way. Check out xda dev forum for that.

Added on December 21, 2010, 10:41 pm
QUOTE(minlekoq @ Dec 21 2010, 10:01 PM)
got mine in Carefour Seberang Jaya for just rm650 + 8gb Class 4..Yeay! Playing Burung Marah n Ninja Kaka rite nao..guys, is this the official x8 fan thread?
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That's really a nice price! Probably an official one I guess? But not much people active in this thread.

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post Dec 22 2010, 05:31 AM

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QUOTE(minlekoq @ Dec 22 2010, 01:29 AM)
Yes2, i think we need to open an official Lowyat Xperia X8 thread larh. If stay like this, we kenot have nice X8 community...look at others thread ,so lively biggrin.gif... how.. how about anyone expert opening the new thread..how bout that?
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Hmmm .... Is there any rules to open a new official page? If it is like normal thread, perhaps I can open a new thread for it. Love this phone very much.

Added on December 22, 2010, 5:33 am
QUOTE(karakura @ Dec 22 2010, 04:57 AM)
"root"  warrenty still can pakai?...or void d?
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Yes, it actually void the warranty, but unless you can make it unroot and flash it back to the stock rom, then it should be fine.

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post Dec 23 2010, 08:19 AM

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QUOTE(awis @ Dec 23 2010, 03:03 AM)
tried it. succes..both method
this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=876868
and this.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=876868

rooted, JIT enabled, app2sd enabled.

user posted image
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Definitely good news for the root lover! Hopefully there will be easier way to root, the current steps seems a little bit too complex for me.
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post Dec 23 2010, 08:51 PM

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QUOTE(awis @ Dec 23 2010, 08:41 PM)
it's not to complex actually. if you know linux OS structure, you'll understand this better. this method actually replace /system folder on your X8 with rooted one. follow the steps carefully. and you can ask me. smile.gif
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Is it possible for you to write a clearer instruction so lowyat.net X8 owner can try to do without afraid to brick their phone? The instruction in xda seems a little bit too complex (or should I say too simple) and only those who dealt with Linux will know how to do it.

I know there are a lot users here gatal want to root their 2.1 now. tongue.gif
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