If your device passed the check above, follow these steps on Sony’s official developer world website or use the guide below.
⚠ Warning: Unlocking the bootloader wipes all data (including internal storage). DRM keys (camera enhancements, X-Reality) will be lost unless backed up. sony xperia xa1 custom rom
Q: Will banking apps work on a custom ROM? A: Yes, if you pass SafetyNet. Use Magisk with “Universal SafetyNet Fix” and enable Zygisk. Hide Magisk from banking apps. If your device passed the check above, follow
Q: Can I go back to stock Sony ROM? A: Absolutely. Download stock FTF from XperiFirm and flash via Flashtool. If you have your TA backup, you can restore DRM features. Enable Developer Options:
Q: Which ROM is most stable for calls and GPS? A: LineageOS 18.1. The GPS locks within 10 seconds, and call audio does not crackle. Avoid Android 13 ROMs if you rely on your phone for work.
Q: Does VoLTE work? A: On most MediaTek-based XA1 custom ROMs, VoLTE is broken because proprietary IMS blobs are not open-sourced. You will drop to 3G for calls.
The gold standard. Stable enough for daily use. Everything works: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, calls, 4G, and audio. Developers have fixed the infamous random reboot bug present in early builds.