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Features & Usability
Pro Tip
Use Gitlab to subscribe to the linked Issues. So, whenever bugs get solved (or a fix needs testing) you will know about that.Any Hardware Compatibility State: Abandoned
Q: What does this port need to get better?
A: Complete the following features:
- - Misc: AppArmor patches
Automated Usability (beta)
Most basic functionalities are not working yet. If you have the skills to continue the porting process, this could be your next device.
Community strength (beta)
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Actors:
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Manual brightness - Notification LED
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Torchlight - Vibration
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Camera:
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Flashlight - Photo
- Video
- Switching between cameras
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Cellular:
- Carrier info, signal strength
- Data connection
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Incoming, outgoing calls - MMS in, out
- PIN unlock
- SMS in, out
- Change audio routings
- Voice in calls
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Endurance:
- 24+ hours battery lifetime
- 7+ days stability
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GPU:
- Boot into UI
- Hardware video playback
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Misc:
- Anbox patches (deprecated)
- AppArmor patches
- Battery percentage
- Offline charging
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Online charging - Recovery image
- Reset to factory defaults
- RTC time
- Shutdown / Reboot
- Wireless External monitor
- Waydroid
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Network:
- Bluetooth
- Flight mode
- Hotspot
- NFC
- WiFi
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Sensors:
- Automatic brightness
- Fingerprint reader
- GPS
- Proximity
- Rotation
- Touchscreen
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Sound:
- Earphones
- Loudspeaker
- Microphone
- Volume control
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USB:
- MTP access
- ADB access
Working Confirmed, depending on the maintenance
Not Working
If there is a link here, follow it to learn more'
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Partial Working to some extent but with issues
Global Issue Issue is not specific to this device
Untested Subject to port development
Global issues
The issues listed below are present in most or all of the devices depending on the technology they are built on.
Hotspot
Activation and deactivation of wifi hotspot may be inconsistent with the user interface.
All devices on Xenial
Incoming, outgoing calls
Calling over VoLTE is not supported, please check that this is not a requirement in your country.
Halium and Legacy ports
GPS
Devices may take longer than usual to get the first GPS fix because of missing Assisted GPS support.
All devices
Unsupported features
The device hardware does not support these features, if you need them, please consider a different device.
- Dual SIM functionality
- Volume control in calls
- SD card storage
- Wireless charging
- FM radio
- Double touch to wake
- Wired External monitor
Do you own this device and can help with testing?
The Sony Xperia XZ (F8331 & F8332) still has 8 unverified features.
→ Please contact konradybcio , they need your help.
Support status
The following ratings are indicators of the expected support for this port.
- Compatibility rating: ★★★★★★★
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Easy install with UBports installer
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Device is unmaintained
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Inactive for a long time
→ Last commit on 5/10/2023
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Has a stable release channel
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Sources are hosted by porters
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This is an outdated Ubuntu Touch release
Release channels
This device gets updates through these channels, learn more about OTA updates
| Ubuntu Release | Channel | Version | Release Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.04 - xenial | stable | OTA-25 | 4/14/2023 | Stability over newer features (recommended) |
| 16.04 - xenial | rc | 2023-W15/2 | 4/14/2023 | Testing before the next stable release |
| 16.04 - xenial | devel | 2023-05-11 | 4/14/2023 | Daily built development releases |
| 16.04 - xenial | edge | 2023-05-11 | 11/21/2022 | Here be dragons |
Sony Xperia XZ (F8331 & F8332)
Specifications
| CPU | 2x2.15 GHz Kryo, 2x1.6 GHz Kryo |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 530 |
| Storage | 32/64GB |
| Memory | 3GB |
| Android Version | 7.1 AOSP |
| Battery | 2900 mAh |
| Display | 1080x1920 pixels, 5.2 in |
| Rear Camera | 23MP |
| Front Camera | 13MP |
Port Resources
Device Subforum 
Device source - kagura Contributors
How to install Ubuntu Touch OS
You can install Ubuntu Touch on this device using the UBports Installer on your computer.
Make sure your device is unlocked and has the required version of Android installed. Before installing, follow the device-specific instructions below:
- Please double-check that your device is a Sony Xperia XZ (F8331 or F8332).
- In case you later wish to return to factory state, you will have to back up your TA partition before unlocking the bootloader. You can't do this step at a later stage! (The guide is written for Xperia X but should work for Xperia XZ as well)
- You have to unlock the bootloader to install third-party operating systems on your device.
- If the device is running Android, you should upgrade to Android 8.0 first.
You will also need to download manually some files specific for your port depending on the type of your install:
Linux
Windows & Mac
Failed to install?
The world hasn't come to its end yet. Try our troubleshooting channel on Telegram or read the troubleshooting documentation if the problem persists. Finally, you can discuss the problem with our support team. Good luck!
Report an Issue for
Sony Xperia XZ (F8331 & F8332)
Did the maintainer say that feature ‘works’ but you know from doing it that
it really doesn’t?
Start by searching the device issue , if you found it, hopefully the porter is on it. 'Subscribe' to the issue in case it get solved.
Couldn't find it?
Uh-oh… Well it is time to let the porter and everyone else know about the fail and send the tech magic back to the workshop for a makeover.
1. Read 'Bug Reporting' section in UBports docs on 'How to report a bug'.
2. Then (this time), head to the device repository and submit it, so the porter knows about it.
Telegram - installation help