[MrWalkman]

Sony wanna be

Things like this are just perpetuating stereotypes, like the "Chinese companies copying stuff from other devices" one.

At the same time, FiiO are making good devices. I used BTR3 and M11 Pro, and I currently have the BTR5.

 

[gerelmx1986]

Things like this are just perpetuating stereotypes, like the "Chinese companies copying stuff from other devices" one.

At the same time, FiiO are making good devices. I used BTR3 and M11 Pro, and I currently have the BTR5.

I had one fiio DAP in the past, the original x3, that little thing had Power . In the IEM dept have tried one, disappointed, returned after a week of purchase, the infamous FA7

 

[auronthas]

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[aceedburn]

So, @MrWalkman , suddenly I feel the need to install a new MODDED firmware. Any idea when it will be released? There’s nothing like installing and enjoying a MODDED firmware. It just satisfies the soul and mind like melted chocolate.

 

[MrWalkman]

So, @MrWalkman , suddenly I feel the need to install a new MODDED firmware. Any idea when it will be released? There’s nothing like installing and enjoying a MODDED firmware. It just satisfies the soul and mind like melted chocolate.

Always trying to look into bringing more interesting stuff to our devices. As soon as something new and exciting will be available, I won't keep you waiting for too long

 

[aceedburn]

Always trying to look into bringing more interesting stuff to our devices. As soon as something new and exciting will be available, I won't keep you waiting for too long

Well noted. Looking forward to your new super ultra MODDED firmware to be released.

 

[Gamerlingual]

Well noted. Looking forward to your new super ultra MODDED firmware to be released.

Hoping for one down the road for the TA and DMP-Z1. The 1A has been awesome so far

 

[MrWalkman]

Hoping for one down the road for the TA and DMP-Z1. The 1A has been awesome so far

Without owning the device, there's little to no chance.

While experimenting with the firmware on WM1A, I bricked the player many times. I can't risk bricking someone else's device, and then also try unbricking it remotely, meh.

 

[Gamerlingual]

Without owning the device, there's little to no chance.

While experimenting with the firmware on WM1A, I bricked the player many times. I can't risk bricking someone else's device, and then also try unbricking it remotely, meh.

One can still hope

 

[Queen6]

I do support Sony products like you. I am against modify proprietary software without permission though, it is unethical act.

Fair enough, equally stop with the asinine threats. If Sony had any issue with the small minority of what can be best described as it's staunchest followers, Sony would have acted already, frankly several years ago. Nobody is looking to usurp or abuse Sony's IP rather more simply get the very best from what Sony provides.

Personally I'm of the opinion that Sony leaves the system open to see exactly what will develop, as who better than the educated/experienced users to show the way forward. Then Sony can apply it's own unique magic that we all love. As ever in life there's sheep and theirs wolves...

Q-6

 

[534409]

Sony Z5? Use home only, in attic without children around.
Here are cons from HF reviewers:
- Demands power
- Fit might be awkward for some
- Fiddly MMCX connectors
- Below average isolation
- MMCX connectors that kinda sucks, Not really suitable for outdoor use, have to buy a $100 separate cord for upgraded sonics.

 

[snapandslide]

Sony Z5? Use home only, in attic without children around.
Here are cons from HF reviewers:
- Demands power
- Fit might be awkward for some
- Fiddly MMCX connectors
- Below average isolation
- MMCX connectors that kinda sucks, Not really suitable for outdoor use, have to buy a $100 separate cord for upgraded sonics.

I'd also add - turn all the lights off as well

As a Z5 owner, the 1A is calling me - sometime later in the year I'll try and buy one. This has been a great thread to follow in the background, amazing how these players have held up over time.

 

[534409]

Things like this are just perpetuating stereotypes, like the "Chinese companies copying stuff from other devices" one.

At the same time, FiiO are making good devices. I used BTR3 and M11 Pro, and I currently have the BTR5.

Then we have Samsung Note and Xiaomi Note, also iOS and EMUI or MIUI. There is no patent protection in China, but they are well protected by Chinese Commies Party.

 

[nc8000]

I do support Sony products like you. I am against modify proprietary software without permission though, it is unethical act.

Well it’s not like Sony are suffering or being ripped of or deprived of sales, if anything this might increase sales of the players marginally. After all the only people who benefit from these modded fw and tunings are people who have already paid Sony and own the players and nobody are selling the fw. But yes you are right that strictly speaking it is illeagal and against Sony’s terms.

 

[Gamerlingual]

Well it’s not like Sony are suffering or being ripped of or deprived of sales, if anything this might increase sales of the players marginally. After all the only people who benefit from these modded fw and tunings are people who have already paid Sony and own the players and nobody are selling the fw. But yes you are right that strictly speaking it is illeagal and against Sony’s terms.

You see a lot more people coming here and saying they want to buy the 1A, suddenly, because of this firmware. So it looks like a win for them for sure.