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Greetings,
I had a short visit to Dubai and I've bought an X10 from the airport on my way back home. I had it sealed and I opened it when I got back.
It was shocking that it had no android market and I am stuck with the phone and can't replace it.
I just want to have the firmware other than the one loaded to it that is specific for Dubai with no android market, I've been reading in this forum and I guess this process is called "rebranding" if I am correct? Please guide me to how to get android market on my handset because they do cheat people when they sell android handset without market application.
Hi.
You could follow steps 1 to 6 HERE which will "debrand" the phone, then run SEUS for the latest FW, or should you want to root the phone you could follow all the steps.
I've followed the instruction till step 6 then I ran SEUS but it says my phone is up to date. I didn't do step 7.
I have the market now showing up, I will try it and get back to you. But I am wondering why SUES gave me no updates?
My baseband version is 1.1.27 and my build number is R2BA023
Are these the latest versions?
I've used the market app and downloaded my first application. I am really thankful for your help.
I do have a question, before I do steps (from 1 to 6) my build version was R2BA024 and after I did all you said I am stuck with R2BA023, when I try SUES or OTA update it says my phone is up to date. What does this mean? I can't update my phone anymore?
plz Re-post the link
XperienceD said:
Hi.
You could follow steps 1 to 6 HERE which will "debrand" the phone, then run SEUS for the latest FW, or should you want to root the phone you could follow all the steps.
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i have the same exact problem as HUNCH...BUt when the click on ur link im getting this message
Invalid Thread specified. If you followed a valid link, please notify the administrator
please repost the link...
n do tell can i update my phone after that using SEUS or not?
Thx in advance!
Download Flashtool with a generic firmware, flash it into your phone and enjoy your unbranded phone with the market. After flashing with Flashtool use SEUS to be sure everything is cleaned with a clean install with SEUS.
PlayGunsta said:
Download Flashtool with a generic firmware, flash it into your phone and enjoy your unbranded phone with the market. After flashing with Flashtool use SEUS to be sure everything is cleaned with a clean install with SEUS.
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thanx a lot for the reply....but i have a few doubts
1) My phone's firmware is already 2.1-update 1 and build number is 2.1.A.0.435 should i still download it?
2) Is the FlashTool version 0.2.8 the latest version or i shud find the lastest version and download it?
3) So,if i flash my phone wat exactly will happen?Will i get android market in my phone now?
4)Should i back up my phone before doing this?
5)there is Slide me(sam 4.0) pre-installed?...does this remain?
6)wat is debranding? should i do it too?
7)Can i update my phone usind SEUS after this?
8) what do u suggest...should i just flash my phone or i should root it too and do the utilise the below options?
-install xRecovery, Busybox
- Clean your Rom (remove /system/apps apps of your choice)
- Clear dalvik cache
- Optimize (install of JIT v2)
- Customize (installs apps found in the custom/apps folder of the flashtool)
- Clean uninstalled (remove any references to system apps removed in the Clean (root needed) step)
- Edit /system/build.prop
Thx!
Thx!
evilmonk69 said:
thanx a lot for the reply....but i have a few doubts
1) My phone's firmware is already 2.1-update 1 and build number is 2.1.A.0.435 should i still download that firmware
2) Is the FlashTool version 0.2.8 the latest version or i shud find the lastest version and download it?
3) So,if i flash my phone wat exactly will happen?Will i get android market in my phone now? Can i update my my phone using SEUS or not?
4)should i back up my phone before doing this?
5)There is slide me market(sam 4.0) pre-installed...does this remain in my phone after this?
8) what do u suggest...should i just flash my phone or i should root it too and do the utilise the below options?
-install xRecovery, Busybox
- Clean your Rom (remove /system/apps apps of your choice)
- Clear dalvik cache
- Optimize (install of JIT v2)
- Customize (installs apps found in the custom/apps folder of the flashtool)
- Clean uninstalled (remove any references to system apps removed in the Clean (root needed) step)
- Edit /system/build.prop
Thx!
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I don't know what you want to backup, but you could sync your contact/agenda etc with google. After that, download firmware .435 Generic and flash it into your phone. You will now have a unbranded device with market.
AFter doing that, you can optimize your ROM with Flashtool, install xRecovery, root etc... After the flashtool installation you will lose EVERYTHING. So be sure you back-up all important things.
PlayGunsta said:
I don't know what you want to backup, but you could sync your contact/agenda etc with google. After that, download firmware .435 Generic and flash it into your phone. You will now have a unbranded device with market.
AFter doing that, you can optimize your ROM with Flashtool, install xRecovery, root etc... After the flashtool installation you will lose EVERYTHING. So be sure you back-up all important things.
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thank you for the quick reply...
sorry for being such a noob but i still have some doubts
is it enough if i use back up and restore application.
n Just to be sure after this process can i use SEUS to update my phone regularly?
n how different is debranding from flashing?
evilmonk69 said:
thank you for the quick reply...
sorry for being such a noob but i still have some doubts
is it enough if i use back up and restore application.
n Just to be sure after this process can i use SEUS to update my phone regularly?
n how different is debranding from flashing?
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Back up and restore could be fine if it does backup everything you want.
Debranding means that your phone is not LIMITED to one provider with software updates. So when SE releases a firmware you will have to wait till your provider releases the firmware for you. But when you debrand you get updates from SE and not your provider.
evilmonk69 said:
thanx a lot for the reply....but i have a few doubts
1) My phone's firmware is already 2.1-update 1 and build number is 2.1.A.0.435 should i still download that firmware
2) Is the FlashTool version 0.2.8 the latest version or i shud find the lastest version and download it?
3) So,if i flash my phone wat exactly will happen?Will i get android market in my phone now? Can i update my my phone using SEUS or not?
4)should i back up my phone before doing this?
5)There is slide me market(sam 4.0) pre-installed...does this remain in my phone after this?
8) what do u suggest...should i just flash my phone or i should root it too and do the utilise the below options?
-install xRecovery, Busybox
- Clean your Rom (remove /system/apps apps of your choice)
- Clear dalvik cache
- Optimize (install of JIT v2)
- Customize (installs apps found in the custom/apps folder of the flashtool)
- Clean uninstalled (remove any references to system apps removed in the Clean (root needed) step)
- Edit /system/build.prop
Thx!
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Well technically this isn't debranding because your phone is not carrier branded (It's just a generic UAE with no Market).
This is just switching to another region which has Android Market. But the way to do this is exactly the same as when debranding a phone.
Android Market isn't available in the UAE region.
So if you re-flash with another region and get market, and still using a SIM from the UAE I think it would block any content. But then you could root your phone and use Market Enabler to fake another carrier and get Android Market to work.
But since you "brought it home" I can say that reflashing it to another region will get you Android Market and it will work. You don't need to back up your UAE firmware when replacing it with another region firmware, and after you've flashed it with another region firmware SEUS or PCC will always flash to that region firmware.
If you flash to another region you won't have SlideMe Market, because all other region firmwares all have access to Android Market and therefor comes with Android Market pre-installed instead.
I remember when the first 2.1.A.0.435 build was released, that was to UAE it had no Market so I made a xRecovery fix package to get Android Market on it.
But would suggest you to flash another region firmware instead of this, because then when you flash with SEUS or PCC again in the future you would miss Android Market again.
You can find the latest firmwares here (don't use the AT&T but go for the one below called 2.1.B.0.1)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11038646&postcount=1
Sony Ericsson said:
The Android Market is not supported in the UAE. This is due to the fact that Google has not had the necessary agreements with the Regulatory bodies as yet. This is fully controlled and managed by Google. Sony Ericsson will be offering Slide Me which is an alternative to Android market in the UAE.
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PlayGunsta said:
Back up and restore could be fine if it does backup everything you want.
Debranding means that your phone is not LIMITED to one provider with software updates. So when SE releases a firmware you will have to wait till your provider releases the firmware for you. But when you debrand you get updates from SE and not your provider.
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So,should i just flash my phone or debrand it too?
arkedk said:
Android Market isn't available in the UAE region.
So if you debrand it and get market, and still using a SIM from the UAE I think it would block any content. But then you could root your phone and use Market Enabler to fake another carrier and get Android Market to work.
But since you "brought it home" I can say that reflashing it to another region will get you Android Market and it will work. You don't need to back up your UAE firmware when replacing it with another region firmware, and after you've flashed it with another region firmware SEUS or PCC will always flash to that region firmware.
If you flash to another region you won't have SlideMe Market, because the all other region firmwares all have access to Android Market and therefor comes with Android Market pre-installed instead.
I remember when the first 2.1.A.0.435 build was released, that was to UAE it had no Market so I made a xRecovery fix package to get Android Market on it.
But would suggest you to flash another region firmware instead of this, because then when you flash with SEUS or PCC again in the future you would miss Android Market again.
You can find the latest firmwares here (don't use the AT&T but go for the one below 2.1.B.0.1)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11038646&postcount=1
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Thank you so much!!!....i live in india
So, i can just flash(no need to debrand) to other region without worrying rite?
evilmonk69 said:
So,should i just flash my phone or debrand it too?
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Just ******* flash a generic firmware as said many times before and you won't be limited by a region.
PlayGunsta said:
Just ******* flash a generic firmware as said many times before and you won't be limited by a region.
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He is on Generic firmware just so you know.
It's just Generic firmware that does not contain Android Market.
PlayGunsta said:
Just ******* flash a generic firmware as said many times before and you won't be limited by a region.
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sorry for being such a pain in the arse...but one last question
which generic firmware do u suggest?
evilmonk69 said:
sorry for being such a pain in the arse...but one last question
which generic firmware do u suggest?
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You're not a pain in the arse. Some people are just immature.
As said before 2.1.B.0.1 is the latest.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=936733
Direct Download:
http://www.multiupload.com/3GT0KKFMXP
arkedk said:
You're not a pain in the arse. Some people are just immature.
As said before 2.1.B.0.1 is the latest.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=936733
Direct Download:
http://www.multiupload.com/3GT0KKFMXP
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Thank you..thank you ...thank you!!!!
I'm watching this , chill out.
does 2.1.B.0.1include DT?
thanx for 2.1.B.0.1.It works great...
Just wondering does 2.1.B.0.1 have Dual touch
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Enjoy and say Thanks please!
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Steps:
1.Flash
2.Root
3.Tools & Others
4.Install ringtones & Wallpapers
1.Flash:
All Original from Sony Emma
.FTF LATEST VERSION, ready to flash with flashtools:
If you want to download faster, click on the link you want to download and then push the premium button
or register in uploaded.to here:
LT15i 4.1.B.0.431 Generic Global World:
LT18i 4.1.B.0.431 Generic Global World:
NEW!ROOT THE NEW 4.1.B.0.431 FIRMWARE (For unlocked bootloaders):
NEW!Xperia S ICS Transformation:
Instructions inside
Install via recovery(unlocked bootloaders)
Preview:
Thanks to:
sohrab1985
ThilinaC
mchj
etc......
NEW!ICS STATUS BAR:
Thanks to KrAzYtHeBoY
Install zip via recovery(unlocked bootloaders)
Preview:
Note: Junk apps in this firmware are in:system/vendor/app
LT15i 4.1.B.0.431 Generic World FR:
LT15i 4.1.B.0.431 Generic Central Europe 1:
LT18i 4.1.B.0.431 Generic World Iberia:
LT18i 4.1.B.0.431 Generic World Greece:
.FTF OLDER VERSION, ready to flash with flashtools:
LT15a 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic USA:
LT15i 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic Global World:
LT15i 4.0.2.A.0.42 Generic Global World (EASY ROOT WITH FLASHTOOLS):
LT15i 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic World Iberia (Spain):
LT15i 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic World Germany:
LT15i 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic World France:
LT15i 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic World UK:
LT18i 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic World:
LT18i 4.1.A.0.562 NCB Icecream Sandwich Official:
Thanks to Bin4ry
LT18i 4.1.A.0.562 Generic Global UK Icecream Sandwich Official:
.IMG Prerooted, ready to flash with fastboot (unlocked bootloaders):
Code: fastboot flash system SYSTEMFILE.img
Where SYSTEMFILE is the name of the file you download.
LT15i 4.0.2.A.0.62 Generic Global World :
Thanks to rahul.pillai
2.Root
Rooting instructions
NEW!ROOT THE NEW 4.1.B.0.431 FIRMWARE (For unlocked bootloaders):
ROOT ICS 4.0.3:
Use this script:
Thanks to Dan Rosenberg & Bin4ry
ROOT Gingerbread: Use Root with recovery tutorial on this post.
3.Tools & Others
NEW!ROOT THE NEW 4.1.B.0.431 FIRMWARE (For unlocked bootloaders):
NEW!!Flashtools 0.8.5 for Windows download: LINK:
Thanks to Bin4ry & Androxyde.
Google Apps zip (gapps ICS): LINK:
Android SDK R18 to flash with fastboot:
LINK:
SuperOneClick v2.3.3 (now with zergRush and su 3.0)
Download here: LINK:
Thanks to CLShortFuse
NEW!!Xperia Relock Bootloader: You only need to flash this with flashtools to relock your bootloader
LINK:
Sony_Ericsson_PC_Companion_2.10.053:
LINK:
Sony Ericsson Bridge for MAC Users 2.2:
LINK:
Xperia Arc Sony Service Manuals:
LINK:
[Tutorial]Root with recoveryLT15i
THANKS TO Bin4ry for the recovery AND the RootXperia.zip
FOR UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS:
All necesary here: LINK:
Steps:
1. Flash LT15i firmware .ftf via Flashtool.
2. Enter recovery by command: fastboot boot recoveryARC.img
A recovery menu will appear in your phone.
3. Sets scripts assets: ENABLED
4. Flash RootXperia.zip via recovery. You have to copy RootXperia.zip to the SD card previously.
5. Reboot device and it´s done. Now device is rooted.
4.Install ringtones&Wallpapers
First firmwares came with more ringtones, alarms. Here is a copy. You have to put the three folders (ringtones,alarms,notifications)replacing in system/media with rootexplorer:
Ringtones Sony
LINK:
If you want more ringtones, you can add the ones who come with cyanogenMod 7.2. Download here:
Ringtones CyanogenMod 7.2
LINK:
NEW: Ringtones CyanogenMod 9:
LINK:
Wallpapers for Xperia Arc:
LINK:
Official Xperia S ‘Cosmic Flow’ live wallpaper leaks – works on 2011 Xperia models
LINK:
NEW!ICS STATUS BAR:
Thanks to KrAzYtHeBoY
Install zip via recovery(unlocked bootloaders)
Preview:
SCREENSHOTS:
This FTF CAN be flashed to unlocked phones too.
I tested it by my self.
FTF -> Flashtool - locked and unlocked bootloaders
IMG -> Fastboot - only unlocked bootloaders
What's the command for that? fastboot flash rom.img?
rscunha13 said:
This FTF CAN be flashed to unlocked phones too.
I tested it by my self.
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It´s obvious. if you can flash this to a locked device, you can with an unlocked too.
im a noob,
still doesnt get what generic global is..
im in indonesia..
is it okay if i use generic global??
chitose_ndy said:
im a noob,
still doesnt get what generic global is..
im in indonesia..
is it okay if i use generic global??
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Perhaps you understand if i tell you that the original name of this firmware is World. Yes you can use it.
jlmcr87 said:
Perhaps you understand if i tell you that the original name of this firmware is World. Yes you can use it.
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i understand what generic global means,
i just worried after seeing regional firmware, like US fw, HK fw, SG fw,
well, if its okay, then ill use it.
thanks mate
chitose_ndy said:
i understand what generic global means,
i just worried after seeing regional firmware, like US fw, HK fw, SG fw,
well, if its okay, then ill use it.
thanks mate
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No region in this firmware. It´s World version
Did you have test it? Pre-root works?
HorvathTheWizard said:
Did you have test it? Pre-root works?
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Other obvious question.........
jlmcr87 said:
Here is the .ftf 4.0.2.A.0.42 Generic Global ready to flash with flashtools:
MULTIUPLOAD LINK: http://www.multiupload.com/X8PNLLNB5M
Note:
.FTF->Locked bootloader devices-> no preroot
, you have to root with the latest version of flashtools 0.4.1. To do this connect the phone with usb debbuging enabled and then press the lock icon on flashtool.
Enjoy and say Thanks please!
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hi dude ...
sry for my noob question
in that link u posted above, is it PRE-rooted ROM ?? OR that is Orginal Framware and we have to Root ROM after insalling !???
btw, i need orginal .42 lt15i Generic global because i wanna use that for installing v13 doomkernel !
thX a lot, mate
iAchilles said:
hi dude ...
sry for my noob question
in that link u posted above, is it PRE-rooted ROM ?? OR that is Orginal Framware and we have to Root ROM after insalling !???
btw, i need orginal .42 lt15i Generic global because i wanna use that for installing v13 doomkernel !
thX a lot, mate
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It´s the original Generic Global, you have to root after installing with flashtools 0.4.1.
jlmcr87 said:
It´s the original Generic Global, you have to root after installing with flashtools 0.4.1.
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thX dude for replying
So i think u should better deleted "Rooted(.FTF)" from Title ...
i have another question ...
what is the diffrent of these ROMs !?
http://hotfile.com/dl/132979854/d30d32f/Xperia_Arc_(LT18i)_4.0.2.A.0.42_CE.ftf.7z.htm
VS.
http://hotfile.com/dl/134055314/c5bdc48/LT15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_Generic_Global.rar.html
So why in thread CM7, he said you can flash this (Frsit link) on arc !?
WHICH ONE IS BETTER !?
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sry for my noob questions, again
thx dude
iAchilles said:
thX dude for replying
So i think u should better deleted "Rooted(.FTF)" from Title ...
i have another question ...
what is the diffrent of these ROMs !?
http://hotfile.com/dl/132979854/d30d32f/Xperia_Arc_(LT18i)_4.0.2.A.0.42_CE.ftf.7z.htm
VS.
http://hotfile.com/dl/134055314/c5bdc48/LT15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_Generic_Global.rar.html
So why in thread CM7, he said you can flash this (Frsit link) on arc !?
WHICH ONE IS BETTER !?
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sry for my noob questions, again
thx dude
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The difference is:
LT15 xperia arc
LT18 xperia arc S
Yes LT18 firmware also works on LT15
I think the better is the one designed for your model
Any difference from the Generic Germany one that makes flashing this one worth, there isn't one, is it?
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Thanks for your sharing!! Finally have someone release a generic world .42 firmware with a root method beside having to downgrade to 2.3.3. I flashed it last night and the batter life seem much better than the generic HK 368 firmware I used. May be my lt15a just don't like the HK firmware and baseband because I had poor battery life for that firmware but it was not happened to 2.3.3 generic world I used before the update. Now the the battery life go back to the excellent condition it was when I used generic world firmware for 2.3.3. I am not sure if it is just my phone or it is the generic hk rom.
jlmcr87 said:
It´s the original Generic Global, you have to root after installing with flashtools 0.4.1.
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Ok, now is right.
thanks for rom, just flashed with flash tool and working fine also root was super duper easy just clicked the lock button on flash tool and volia D:
Enjoy it!
its working .. its a lot easier than i thought ...
1- flash the ftf file
2- just press the root button on the flashtool 0.4.2 lol
btw it looks lot better than 3.0.1 bla bla and even rooting easier lool
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
could someone upload it as ftf?
Bet its still 2.3.4 ..
Sent from my LT15i using XDA App
realfelix said:
Bet its still 2.3.4 ..
Sent from my LT15i using XDA App
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it actually says on wotan server that its 2.3.4, just another minor update i guess
anyone tested it already??
whats new?
please upload as ftf
or how do i update via wotan?
jatt101 said:
it actually says on wotan server that its 2.3.4, just another minor update i guess
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<del>On a russian forum it says that it's `UK Three` branded.</del>
LE. It's `NTT DoCoMo` Japan, branded xperiablog
chitose_ndy said:
or how do i update via wotan?
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Register, download the two files needed (USB Flash Driver and WotanClient 3) and install them, and start WotanClient. The firmware flash will start after filling your data and downloading the files.
that would be good to know how to make tft from a working phone. maybe with flashtool. someone may post the thread what leads us to workout .
tiborprogmed said:
that would be good to know how to make tft from a working phone. maybe with flashtool. someone may post the thread what leads us to workout .
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Maybe I'm wrong, but I think you already have it: [TUTORIAL] How to backup your carrier firmware using Update Service
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tiborprogmed said:
i will flash this lt15a fw with wotan, but that would be nice to make tft
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Pay attention. Wotan has specific files, different from Sony's. And, also, the `a` from LT15a means US, if I'm not wrong...
ctinro said:
<del>On a russian forum it says that it's `UK Three` branded.</del>
LE. It's `NTT DoCoMo` Japan, branded xperiablog
Register, download the two files needed (USB Flash Driver and WotanClient 3) and install them, and start WotanClient. The firmware flash will start after filling your data and downloading the files.
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Thank you
Sent from my Anzu using xda premium
4.0.2.D.0.4 release wotanserver
Do not have an established. What is new
my wotan client cannot download..... i have flashed lt15a fw before it, but fails to download .will try later
now working, downloading & flashing. after it, i will make flashable flashtool tft with seus, and ft.
cannot make ftf with seus way, my seus says : Finished, i have the latest sw installed. therefore i cannot download this version of android, and cannot make bundle.
and cannot be rooted.... :
06/022/2011 12:22:29 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
06/022/2011 12:22:36 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
06/022/2011 12:22:41 - INFO - Connected device : LT15
06/022/2011 12:22:41 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : N/A
06/022/2011 12:22:41 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.4 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf
06/022/2011 12:22:43 - INFO - Pushing C:\Flashtool5\.\devices\LT15\busybox\1.19.0\busybox to /data/local/tmp/busybox
06/022/2011 12:22:47 - INFO - Pushing C:\Flashtool5\.\custom\root\zergrush.tar to /data/local/tmp
06/022/2011 12:22:48 - INFO - Running part1 of Root Exploit, please wait
06/022/2011 12:22:59 - INFO - Waiting for device
i am looking after with other way...
this will put some light... go ahead
Update: We have received word from a trusted source on what is written above. We have been told that 4.0.2.D.0.4 firmware is definitely NOT Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. The ‘D’ in the firmware stands for branded firmware for NTT DoCoMo in Japan. The 3.0.1.B.0.285 firmware for the Xperia PLAY is related to AT&T and is NOT Android 2.3.6.
talk.sonyericsson.com/message/134249
AND FOR
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
tiborprogmed said:
AND FOR
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
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I believe it is not Docomo.
I am running 4.0.1.C.1.9 which is the latest Docomo firmware. The device states I have the latest available.
Wotan lists Docomo firmwares under model SO-01C, not Arc.
Flashed it, it's definitely Cellcom Israel.
Loaded w/bloatware, but most are just web shortcuts (600-700kb)
Mobage said:
Cellcom Israel (2.3.4) (LT15a)
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WOW！I just see the new rom . I hope it can make the camera better. 4.0.2.A.0.61 NEW ROM FOR ARC /ARC S 。
excited! do you know the date？when we can update it ?
this should be the firmware that sony have released playstation suite for arc in japan (testing) if anyone has installed this and want to try see if the ps suite runs check out my thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1402731 if this firmware does not contain the apps inbuilt. On the older firmwares it installs but errors starting ps store or game, hope there is different playstation certified permissions in this update for making it work.
If this works for you please let others know thanks.
here is new file upload to gdrive
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3P5IuYR4HmGVXpLQy1XUVR4Snc/edit?usp=sharing
Enjoy
sorry for the trouble.
For the people who interested, this is Singapore latest firmware 10.3.A.0.423-R4B 1270-1412
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3P5IuYR4HmGbnhidy02bW83Y1U/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks ! Downloading now, does this work with Doomlord's v15 root exploit ?
feizylong said:
File split into two: part a and part b
http://d-h.st/Z8v
http://d-h.st/NZt
MD5 091b5c5512822af2a48609b4046a9a3d
Previous version: 10.1.1.A.1.307
Enjoy
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So is the HK one better than the ES one?
make87 said:
Thanks ! Downloading now, does this work with Doomlord's v15 root exploit ?
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Yes, it does work.
ryuworks said:
So is the HK one better than the ES one?
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It comes with NFC icon pre-enable I assume , compare with spain tft which need to modified.
any of the irritating notifications?
has permanent "swipe up to unlock" text?
compatible to all xperia z cust #s?
Possible to elaborate more on merging files?
I need help on merging the files as well.
Any idea how to do it on Mac OSX?
update:
I've figured out how to merge the files in Mac OSX with terminal.
After flashing the rom, I'm still on 4.1.2?
why 4.1.2???? i already flash it..
the same problem: 4.1.2 after flashing
flashtool 0.9.11.0
flashing process was completed without any errors
but... 4.1.2 and even not HK - just my previous build and localization
yegorka said:
the same problem: 4.1.2 after flashing
flashtool 0.9.11.0
flashing process was completed without any errors
but... 4.1.2 and even not HK - just my previous build and localization
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Same here.
The first time i flash from the last global fw and got stuck in a boot loop.
I used update service to reset my phone. It reverted back to the last fw that was released in the uk. So this was a couple of firmwares backwards.
I then tried to flash this ftf again. After the process my phone is factory reset but with the uk firmware that was released a good few weeks ago.
That's very awkward.
@feizylong: Did you use all (five) FILE_********* files from Sony PC Companion / Sony Update Service?
Did you include everything except simlock.ta?
Same here. Flashed and still on 4.1.2. :crying:
after comparing this firmware with ES one, i found that here are TWO "elabel" files!
but deleting of "elabel-c6603-row_201302281243_10.1.1.A.1.253.sin" from the .FTF (and leaving "elabel-c6603-row_201302281243_10.3.A.0.423.sin") didn't help at all
bye-bye, buggy HK
hello, working ES!
yegorka said:
after comparing this firmware with ES one, i found that here are TWO "elabel" files!
but deleting of "elabel-c6603-row_201302281243_10.1.1.A.1.253.sin" from the .FTF (and leaving "elabel-c6603-row_201302281243_10.3.A.0.423.sin") didn't help at all
bye-bye, buggy HK
hello, working ES!
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Just wasted my time! Should of just stuck to the ES
Sorry guy,
here is a complete one file :
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3P5IuYR4HmGVXpLQy1XUVR4Snc/edit?usp=sharing
flash it at your own risk..
happy flashing
Hello, who can assist for the CMW kernel for the 4.2.2 version for flashing through flashtool ? I think there's none yet released, but there are version where you need to flash the whole ZIP file. I just need the kernel boot.img with CMW, as i flashed the ES unbranded version. Working just excellent, and rooted with DooMLord's V15 easy rooting toolkit
permanent "swipe up to unlock" text?
How to take screenshot now in 4.2.2?
New update certified ..lets see whats in it http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/10/2...or-xperia-z1-z1-compact-and-z-ultra/#comments
Have you receive the update yet? Or it's still pending? Hopefully they come up with a changelog..
Nice. Will have to check through pc companion
Send from my Z1C using tapatalk
Anyone have it?
Send from my Z1C using tapatalk
Im on 108 RU second edition and dont have it yet
Wysłane z mojego D5503 przy użyciu Tapatalka
On UK 108. Nothing here so far.
sounds like a specific network carrier update..
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xper...mpact-camera-issue-freeze/td-p/651649/page/16
Sorry to hear that you're having issues with the camera.
We have investigated the root cause of this and have prepared a correction which is now being delivered as part of a new software release.
The software release containing this correction begin with version 14.4.A.0.155 and onwards.
The software roll out has already begun in some markets however the exact timing may vary from market to market due to local approval criteria.
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Good news
Very good news
Today I received an update on the PC Companion (I have the French version, not on a specific carrier) but it's stuck on error 1200 (Sony Mobile Update Engine Error 1200).
I will try to fix this error and let you know.
Choucas06 said:
Today I received an update on the PC Companion (I have the French version, not on a specific carrier) but it's stuck on error 1200 (Sony Mobile Update Engine Error 1200).
I will try to fix this error and let you know.
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did you try to delete the folder with the numeric name in: "C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\"
and then start again?
by the way, is it possible to root the new firmware with EasyRootTool?
TQuest said:
did you try to delete the folder with the numeric name in: "C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\"
and then start again?
by the way, is it possible to root the new firmware with EasyRootTool?
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Always you can try newroot from munjeni very good way to root phone
Wysłane z mojego D5503 przy użyciu Tapatalka
TQuest said:
did you try to delete the folder with the numeric name in: "C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\"
and then start again?
by the way, is it possible to root the new firmware with EasyRootTool?
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you should be able to root it with newroot but yo might have to flash .108 kernel then root your phone then flash the new kernel
Solved error 1200 by desactivating my antivirus
Now, it's downloading the firmware (it will take around 2 hours)... and yes, I have a poor internet connexion :crying:
According to this tutorial (to share the firmware once it will be downloaded), I have to use Flashtool. But if I look on the "Tools3 menu, I dont' see the option "SEUS Decrypt". What should I do ?
Choucas06 said:
Solved error 1200 by desactivating my antivirus
Now, it's downloading the firmware (it will take around 2 hours)... and yes, I have a poor internet connexion :crying:
According to this tutorial (to share the firmware once it will be downloaded), I have to use Flashtool. But if I look on the "Tools3 menu, I dont' see the option "SEUS Decrypt". What should I do ?
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could you share your si number or build.prop ?
False alarm, it's the same firmware than I had
I already was using firmware 14.4.A.0.108 and it updated to the same one ? And why today ? Maybe a second edition ?
@Pakman123 : what do you mean by my si number ? Is it 1279-7243 ?
Choucas06 said:
Solved error 1200 by desactivating my antivirus
Now, it's downloading the firmware (it will take around 2 hours)... and yes, I have a poor internet connexion :crying:
According to this tutorial (to share the firmware once it will be downloaded), I have to use Flashtool. But if I look on the "Tools3 menu, I dont' see the option "SEUS Decrypt". What should I do ?
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On flash tool,You can see Tool,inside tool u see bundels,inside bundles file decrypt
The Z2 got very nice updtae to 4.4.4 with changelog similar to Z3 (camera apps, PS4 etc.)
I hope our Z1c will have the same update too..
Bear with me if this is a stupid question, but this is my first Sony phone. I have a UK unlocked S5503 running 14.4.A.0.108 which I bought second hand. It appears to have originally been sold by Virgin Mobile and some carrier-specific apps are in present in the ROM. For some reason also I'm not getting any LTE - the options under mobile networks/network mode are only 3G or GSM.
What I want to do is flash my phone to a stock unlocked UK firmware such as this one, when it finally comes out - which hopefully should get rid of the carrier apps and give me LTE.
What sort of update file should I be looking for? how are roms normally packaged, as full updates to flash from the PC or as updates you can flash from the phone itself? how can I tell which is which?
davew said:
What sort of update file should I be looking for? how are roms normally packaged, as full updates to flash from the PC or as updates you can flash from the phone itself? how can I tell which is which?
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This is not a thread for such questions, it's about specific firmware 14.4.A.0.155.