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Updating to V2.1 on a locked phone

I am trying to unlock my x10a locked to ATT, I purchased the unlocking code but it seems that mi unlocking code cannot be found on the unlocking server.
They offered me the unlocking software which requires to be running android 2.1.
So the deal is that I don’t know what is the version that the cel is running, I will think is not 2.1, but I don’t know how to tell, so how can I update the cel to android 2.1 on a locked phone.
BTW I don’t have any ATT sim
PLS help!!!

flashtool will probably still work!

urenajoseluis said:
I am trying to unlock my x10a locked to ATT, I purchased the unlocking code but it seems that mi unlocking code cannot be found on the unlocking server.
They offered me the unlocking software which requires to be running android 2.1.
So the deal is that I don’t know what is the version that the cel is running, I will think is not 2.1, but I don’t know how to tell, so how can I update the cel to android 2.1 on a locked phone.
BTW I don’t have any ATT sim
PLS help!!!
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Does your lockscreen have and arc you have to swipe or a straight line at the bottom to unlock (like iPhone)?
If you have the arc swipe to leave lockscreen then you're on 1.6.
If you got the straight swipe line, then your on 2.1.
You can check your Android version by going to:
Settings>About Phone
And check what it says in the Firmware version field.

Yes I have the Arc so I'm on 1.6
I can't go to setting I can only do an emergency call.

urenajoseluis said:
Yes I have the Arc so I'm on 1.6
I can't go to setting I can only do an emergency call.
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Ahh yea the AT&T restrictions. Forgot about those, on generic firmwares you can boot up without a SIM in the phone.
Well you just have to flash a generic X10a firmware with FlashTool then.
To be safe get the X10a (2.0.A.0.504) firmware.
Not confirmed this myself, but I think going from 1.6 to 2.1 requires you initially flash 2.0.A.0.504 before any other 2.1 firmware (But I'm really not certain about this, so this is just a safety precaution on my part).
This can all be found in the FlashTool thread here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Then just flash that and then you'll be ready for your cable unlock.

Is there a matrix of FW releases??

urenajoseluis said:
Is there a matrix of FW releases??
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Yea there is a lot, but if you checked my link you would see there is only 3 generic firmwares for each device (X10i & X10a) in the link.

ok arkedk thanks for the help, will download that and check if it helps.

Why flash old 2.0.A.0.504 firmware without dualtouch?
Here's a step by step guide for AT&T X10a users to update to the most recent global generic 2.1.A.0.435 firmware, which has dualtouch and will be certain to get the official 2.3.3 Gingerbread update directly from SE when available.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1012380

agentJBM said:
Why flash old 2.0.A.0.504 firmware without dualtouch?
Here's a step by step guide for AT&T X10a users to update to the most recent global generic 2.1.A.0.435 firmware, which has dualtouch and will be certain to get the official 2.3.3 Gingerbread update directly from SE when available.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1012380
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Told him to flash that because I remember someone long ago said that going from 1.6 to the latest 2.1 could cause problems. But was not certain on that so better safe than sorry. And either way he will be able to get 2.3 on 2.0.A.0.504 just aswell as on 2.1.A.0.435. This was just so he could get the device unlocked in the safest possible way I could recommend. He can always just connect the X10 to SEUS after he has unlocked, and then it will update him to the latest 2.1.A.0.435
Sent from my X10i using Tapatalk

On x10unlocked.com it says that I shouldn't have a custom firmware installed.
That's the software the company provided me with.
Please advice

Am i missing something here, but wont pc companion or seus put everyone on the latest official 2.1 version from se with no problems
Then he can unlock easy with flashtool.
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So, download seus or pc companion from se website, instal and follow the instructions. You don't even have to be able to turn the phone on for it to work
Sent from my X10i using XDA App

gregbradley said:
Am i missing something here, but wont pc companion or seus put everyone on the latest official 2.1 version from se with no problems
Then he can unlock easy with flashtool.
Edit
So, download seus or pc companion from se website, instal and follow the instructions. You don't even have to be able to turn the phone on for it to work
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
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Not any kit. If you want the bloatware branded ATT 2.1 firmware that limits data speeds and blocks apps from unknown sources. Also, most branded kits will not be getting the Gingerbread update.

What i seem to think his problem is is that he cant unlock on SETool because he is on 1.6 and that only works with stock 2.1
So he needs 2.1 on his phone which he is struggling with.
So, use official means to upgrade to the official 2.1, unlock using SETool, then use flashtool to root, install recovery and flash any firmware or custom rom he wants.
Why the worry about dual touch drivers etc etc.....once its rooted you can get rid of bloatware, easily flash generic firmware and receive 2.3 update....
I am confused as to why this poses a problem.
agentJBM said:
Not any kit. If you want the bloatware branded ATT 2.1 firmware that limits data speeds and blocks apps from unknown sources. Also, most branded kits will not be getting the Gingerbread update.
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gregbradley said:
What i seem to think his problem is is that he cant unlock on SETool because he is on 1.6 and that only works with stock 2.1
So he needs 2.1 on his phone which he is struggling with.
So, use official means to upgrade to the official 2.1, unlock using SETool, then use flashtool to root, install recovery and flash any firmware or custom rom he wants.
Why the worry about dual touch drivers etc etc.....once its rooted you can get rid of bloatware, easily flash generic firmware and receive 2.3 update....
I am confused as to why this poses a problem.
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Enabling apps from unknown sources isn't as easy as rooting with ATT. Also, data is throttled down to 3G.
You even suggest flashing generic after updating via SEUS or PCC. Why add all these extra steps? This is xda. You can accomplish everything with global generic 2.1.A.0.435 firmware in about 5 minutes with the flash tool.

Well What I did was use Sony Ericsson Update Service, when I connected the phone it told me that there is a newer version so it updated it to firmware version 2.1-update1. So I was able to unlock the phone using multi unlock. Now to get the latest firmware which I understood it is 2.1.A.0.435 with Flash Tool.
Can I go straight from 2.1-update1 to 2.1.A.0.435?
And a last question a generic firmware means that I won’t have all those useless ATT apps on my phone?
Thanks for the help

urenajoseluis said:
Well What I did was use Sony Ericsson Update Service, when I connected the phone it told me that there is a newer version so it updated it to firmware version 2.1-update1. So I was able to unlock the phone using multi unlock. Now to get the latest firmware which I understood it is 2.1.A.0.435 with Flash Tool.
Can I go straight from 2.1-update1 to 2.1.A.0.435?
And a last question a generic firmware means that I won’t have all those useless ATT apps on my phone?
Thanks for the help
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Yea a generic firmware is one without any branded apps, special setup or limited features.
The latest generic was released for the German generic kits an has build version 2.1.B.0.1. You can find it in my signature.

What do you mean by German generic kits?
I apologize to be a pain but I just getting in the android world.

urenajoseluis said:
What do you mean by German generic kits?
I apologize to be a pain but I just getting in the android world.
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All Sony Ericsson devices is sold in different regions and has a region specific code. That code determines if your region is eligible for an update (Sony Ericsson rolls out their updates in regions).
Some regions gets updates that others don't get, that's the case with the 2.1.B.0.1, this firmware was only released to the German "kits".
Not a pain at all, we all have to start somewhere

Ok then I will go to 2.1.B.0.1, hopefully I won’t screw up my phone since this is the first time doing this

ARC/ARC S (ROOT.FTF&.IMG)4.1.B.0.431 ICS 4.0.4+Flashtool+Ringtones+Other

OK! I´m here again with new links!Check my post for new updates!You can find all you need for your Xperia Arc/Arc S here by jlmcr87
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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:
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ThilinaC
mchj
etc......
NEW!ICS STATUS BAR:
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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:
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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?
Sent from my iPad 2 using Tapatalk

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

[FTF] Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP511 - Wifi [17.1.A.2.36]

filename: SGP511_17.1.A.2.36_1281-8033.ftf
version: 17.1.A.2.36
Customization: 1281-8033
country: Germany (but it has lots of languages to choose from)
device: SGP511 (Wifi, 16GB)
download link: https://mega.co.nz/#!AgQw2LCT!6FQR4_DZ_-odkXYrCzRWa4lx4ZyGviWLKOzPdmm2ZFc
Androxyde's Flashtool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746

ranf said:
filename: SGP511_17.1.A.2.36_1281-8033.ftf
version: 17.1.A.2.36
Customization: 1281-8033
country: Germany (but it has lots of languages to choose from)
device: SGP511 (Wifi, 16GB)
dowload link: https://mega.co.nz/#!AgQw2LCT!6FQR4_DZ_-odkXYrCzRWa4lx4ZyGviWLKOzPdmm2ZFc
androxyde's Flashtool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
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Do you know where to find the version of this FTF for the SGP512 (Wifi only + 32GB)?

No idea.

How?
ranf said:
filename: SGP511_17.1.A.2.36_1281-8033.ftf
version: 17.1.A.2.36
Customization: 1281-8033
country: Germany (but it has lots of languages to choose from)
device: SGP511 (Wifi, 16GB)
download link: https://mega.co.nz/#!AgQw2LCT!6FQR4_DZ_-odkXYrCzRWa4lx4ZyGviWLKOzPdmm2ZFc
Androxyde's Flashtool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
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Could you please tell how did you make it? I have SGP511 with currently installed stock 17.1.A.2.36 but no matter what I try with PC Companion it downloads me 17.1.1.A.0.402 files even in repair mode

I downloaded the firmware before the .402 was available for me. That's all.

ranf said:
I downloaded the firmware before the .402 was available for me. That's all.
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Lucky you. I've bought Z2 couple of days ago, so .402 was already rolled out on the Sony servers.
Well.., will look for alternative approaches how to dump my stock .36 version.

OtaruM said:
Could you please tell how did you make it? I have SGP511 with currently installed stock 17.1.A.2.36 but no matter what I try with PC Companion it downloads me 17.1.1.A.0.402 files even in repair mode
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The reason why is because the update hasn't been rolled out in your country yet. When a update is don't it takes a couple of weeks or even months to be worldwide
Sent from my C6903 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Hi,
Does anyone know why flashtool doesn't recognize my z2 tablet? I want downgrade to 4.4.2
Any help?
thanks

chanchari said:
Hi,
Does anyone know why flashtool doesn't recognize my z2 tablet? I want downgrade to 4.4.2
Any help?
thanks
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Did you install the drivers that come with flash tool? there's a drivers folder inside the flash tool and there is the installation file for the drivers... install the flash mode drivers, the fastboot drivers and the Z2 tablet drivers

MJFox78 said:
Did you install the drivers that come with flash tool? there's a drivers folder inside the flash tool and there is the installation file for the drivers... install the flash mode drivers, the fastboot drivers and the Z2 tablet drivers
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Hi!
Is there any option to download them directly from the programme, or do I have to look for the drivers on the internet?
One last thing, What Emma is? because I downloaded thinking it was the next flashtool for the newest xperia devices...
thanks!

chanchari said:
Hi!
Is there any option to download them directly from the programme, or do I have to look for the drivers on the internet?
One last thing, What Emma is? because I downloaded thinking it was the next flashtool for the newest xperia devices...
thanks!
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The drivers are within the flash tool zip, extract the package and inside you will find a drivers subfolder

I flashed to this .ftf from 23.0.1.A.4.30 and my device will not turn on. Nor will it give vibration feedback when attempting to turn on. I tried volume down/power button. I tried the little red button next to sim card slot. Not sure what to do at this point...
I guess it decided to turn on... nevermind

Hello, does anyone have a link to the ftf for SGP512 (UK region). My tablet is running 4.4.4 and I want to downgrade to 4.4.2 so I can root
EDIT, does not matter, just used the Nordic firmware to downgrade, rooted, then upgraded with modified UK firmware that was pre-rooted

Lollipop update .270 Rooted with Recovery c6903

270 rooted with recovery https://mega.co.nz/#!1pR3VQwC!C-3X-Y...B8pfpy_aDLjwo0
New link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_mcadp7d-IvV3l1Z1c1WlFkRnc/view?usp=sharing
Proof: https://youtu.be/wiuHFXTk3xY

its asking for a decryption key

iain26 said:
its asking for a decryption key
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i did not know . i will update the link

NexusGTS said:
270 rooted with recovery https://mega.co.nz/#!1pR3VQwC!C-3X-Y...B8pfpy_aDLjwo0
New link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_mcadp7d-IvV3l1Z1c1WlFkRnc/view?usp=sharing
Proof: https://youtu.be/wiuHFXTk3xY
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Is this a flashable zip?

nalab1 said:
Is this a flashable zip?
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You shouldn't really install this anyway.
I've said this in another thread, but if you flash the wrong firmware you can effect your baseband and each ROM also has different settings depending on your region. Like some might use "LTE" and some might use "4G". There's also other changes such as if fast dormancy is enabled or disabled, so you really should wait and install the correct ROM for your device.
I'm waiting for the generic UK version to be updated. It's odd though that T-Mobile's was released before it since the generic version doesn't have to go through the same network checks and customization.

Not true - In the UK all networks have to authorise or approve the update before it can be released to Generic devices

Omanujaku said:
Not true - In the UK all networks have to authorise or approve the update before it can be released to Generic devices
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The generic update doesn't need anything from the network providers as it's downloaded from Sony servers. It just has to pass certification.
None of the UK network providers put out the generic update over their network. There's nothing to customize and it doesn't depend on them. Think about it. If Sony had to wait for all of them to approve the update then it wouldn't be released for months because they would all hold off giving it the go ahead until their network specific versions were ready.
Most of the time the updates are released in whatever order Sony feels like giving them out in. Before it was the generic version, O2 and Vodafone with the rest to follow and now it's as if it's gone in the opposite order.

Here is flashable .zip Official Prerooted C6903 Central Europe Customized CE3 14.5.A.0.270 R1D.zip with NUT dualrecovery included.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B30...ew?usp=sharing

ImADev said:
The generic update doesn't need anything from the network providers as it's downloaded from Sony servers. It just has to pass certification.
None of the UK network providers put out the generic update over their network. There's nothing to customize and it doesn't depend on them. Think about it. If Sony had to wait for all of them to approve the update then it wouldn't be released for months because they would all hold off giving it the go ahead until their network specific versions were ready.
Most of the time the updates are released in whatever order Sony feels like giving them out in. Before it was the generic version, O2 and Vodafone with the rest to follow and now it's as if it's gone in the opposite order.
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I have knowledge of the UK market and how it works - Networks have to approve the update before Generic handsets receive the update - I'm not saying the networks have to release the update but they do have to approve the update

This is From Italy And is GLOBAL-LTE , it would work on any unlocked c9603.

Dadovvv said:
Here is flashable .zip Official Prerooted C6903 Central Europe Customized CE3 14.5.A.0.270 R1D.zip with NUT dualrecovery included.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B30...ew?usp=sharing
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what's diference between central europe ce1, ce2,ce3,ce4?

jcgechevarria said:
what's diference between central europe ce1, ce2,ce3,ce4?
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NFC, LTE icons and option to convert diacritic marks into normal characters (when you use diacritic marks SMS can contain only 70 characters; this option will convert for example word żółw into zolw so you have 160 character SMS back).
I'm preparing pre-rooted CE1 with NUT DualRecovery 2.8.15 right now.
EDIT: After short tests everything seems to be working download here https://mega.co.nz/#!k5YAyA7a!Pcpo5RuWau-gdAM3y-YcZ0ZxzLdaH88czwQLiiIyD3Y

NexusGTS said:
This is From Italy And is GLOBAL-LTE , it would work on any unlocked c9603.
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The UK uses EURO-LTE, which uses a different baseband file. Here in the UK it's called 4G and not LTE, so although it might appear to work it's still going to give you the wrong network icons and options. That can result in people complaining about poor battery life and other such issues.
Omanujaku said:
I have knowledge of the UK market and how it works - Networks have to approve the update before Generic handsets receive the update - I'm not saying the networks have to release the update but they do have to approve the update
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As do I, which is why I think you're confusing certification with approved provider specific firmwares.
Network providers only have to approve of their own custom firmwares. They'll check the settings, branding and include any bundled apps. They don't have to do that with the generic firmware though because it's not designed for their version of the device. So the generic firmware is certificed (safe and works on the networks) and then that's enough for it as Sony distributes that update. The network providers already know what's included in the update because it's exactly the same as their own version but without all of the branding and crap.

Hello.
I'm in Italy and I have a Xperia Z1 6903, with KK, rooted with newroot and CWM Recovery v.6.0.4.7 (installed by newroot) and with some modules Xposed; Locked bootloader.
Can I use your prerooted ROM?
Your ROM works well in Italy?
After installation, I still find my recovery or installing a new recovery from your zip file?
Any advice or suggestions
Thank you.

Giozer said:
Can I use your prerooted ROM?
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Yes
Giozer said:
Your ROM works well in Italy?
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Yes, I've installed yesterday
Giozer said:
After installation, I still find my recovery or installing a new recovery from your zip file?
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Grim new dual recovery

Can I use youe ROM with Locked Bootloade?
Thank you.

Does it work on locked bootloader?
Just flash like normal with xperia flash tools?not need unlock bootloader?

I used the op last release when the lp firmware originally came out with a xperia z1 but from Rogers in Canada with a locked bootloader. No issues. Using his build now but I'm waiting to update to this as people seem to be having random issues. Nothing to do with OP.

Hello. I have a Xperia Z1 with KK and root. After doing wipe data and cache wipe, I installed the ROM from recovery. The ROM I had copied from the PC to microSD (SD card1 that). But the procedure only lasts 2-3 sec. At the restart I am still with KitKat, only with a factory reset. What is wrong?

Any chance of you building the [.270 ] version for the 6906?
I am from Canada and can't find it anywhere... On Rogers with locked bootloader. Any help is appriciated.
Cheers

[FTF][Z4/Z3+] Stock ROM E6553, SOV31, 402SO, SO-03G

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>>>CDA<<<
1294-9967: Vietnam - Customized VN
1295-7703: United Kingdom - Customized UK
1294-9654: Hong Kong - Customized HK
1293-2805: Japan - SoftBank JP
1295-9819: Japan - NTT DoCoMo JP
1294-4301: Japan - KDDI JP
>>>DOWNLOAD<<<
Flashtool 0.9.18.6
Z3+ E6553
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1295-7703_R6A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1294-9967_R5A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1294-9654_R9A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Z4 (SOV31)
SOV31_28.0.D.5.9_1294-4301_R15A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Z4 (402SO)
402SO_28.0.C.3.16_1293-2805_R19A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Z4 (SO-03G)
SO-03G_28.0.B.0.457_1295-9819_R9A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf
Coming soon...

@Google Drive

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Is the any ROM for Xperia Z3+ Dual E6533 ?

Can anyone please post an FTF for E6553 (generic Hong Kong version)? I managed to brick my phone
Edit: Never mind - PC companion repair menu saved the device model in its history, so I'm good for now . But post it anyway if you could as we need to build a good FTF collection

schecter7 said:
Can anyone please post an FTF for E6553 (generic Hong Kong version)? I managed to brick my phone
Edit: Never mind - PC companion repair menu saved the device model in its history, so I'm good for now . But post it anyway if you could as we need to build a good FTF collection
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1294-9654: Hong Kong - Customized HK
E6553_28.0.A.4.8_1294-9654_R9A_ChoiMobile.VN.ftf

Thanks a lot, Mate! I was reading it as ChinaMobile.ftf - My bad.

Jozinek said:
sorry but make FTF thread without knowledge that Flashtool doesnt support XPERIA Z3+/XPERIA Z4 is not good idea...
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What can flash a z3+? Also i downloaded the firmware from xperifirm, but it unpacks the file, so what format would i need it in?

acme64 said:
What can flash a z3+? Also i downloaded the firmware from xperifirm, but it unpacks the file, so what format would i need it in?
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Flashtool isn't supported yet

hasona said:
Flashtool isn't supported yet
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that wasn't the question

Thx men

hasona said:
Flashtool isn't supported yet
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I just successfully flashed my Z3+ (E6553) using Flashtool 0.9.18.6 - I used the device drivers of the Z2 (Flashmode Drivers, Fastboot Drivers and both Xperia Z2 Device Drivers).

an3k said:
I just successfully flashed my Z3+ (E6553) using Flashtool 0.9.18.6 - I used the device drivers of the Z2 (Flashmode Drivers, Fastboot Drivers and both Xperia Z2 Device Drivers).
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few questions...
do you need to have the bootloader unlocked to use flashtool?
Also, I like in the USA and bought the z3+. The current CDA is HK generic which is version .24. I see that the generic UK version is .27. Is there an advantage to put the .27 firmware on the phone?

GCbard said:
few questions...
do you need to have the bootloader unlocked to use flashtool?
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No. Unlocked Bootloader is just for rooting.
GCbard said:
Also, I like in the USA and bought the z3+. The current CDA is HK generic which is version .24. I see that the generic UK version is .27. Is there an advantage to put the .27 firmware on the phone?
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The only variants using 28.0.A.7.27 are "Customized UK" and "O2 Pay monthly UK". Every other variant is 28.0.A.7.24 or older. They often did that with the Z2 too and the main reason was because of bugs so I guess they released 28.0.A.7.24 for UK too but noticed some bugs, thus fixed these and released 28.0.A.7.27
28.0.A.7.24 and 28.0.A.7.27 should be the exact same Android version 5.0.2. If it were Android 5.1 or even 5.1.1 they would have used a much higher version number.

an3k said:
No. Unlocked Bootloader is just for rooting.
The only variants using 28.0.A.7.27 are "Customized UK" and "O2 Pay monthly UK". Every other variant is 28.0.A.7.24 or older. They often did that with the Z2 too and the main reason was because of bugs so I guess they released 28.0.A.7.24 for UK too but noticed some bugs, thus fixed these and released 28.0.A.7.27
28.0.A.7.24 and 28.0.A.7.27 should be the exact same Android version 5.0.2. If it were Android 5.1 or even 5.1.1 they would have used a much higher version number.
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Thank you for your answer. One more question. If I upgrade to the UK generic version 0.27 , will pc companion still work for me in order to upgrade to higher versions as well?
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an3k said:
No. Unlocked Bootloader is just for rooting.
The only variants using 28.0.A.7.27 are "Customized UK" and "O2 Pay monthly UK". Every other variant is 28.0.A.7.24 or older. They often did that with the Z2 too and the main reason was because of bugs so I guess they released 28.0.A.7.24 for UK too but noticed some bugs, thus fixed these and released 28.0.A.7.27
28.0.A.7.24 and 28.0.A.7.27 should be the exact same Android version 5.0.2. If it were Android 5.1 or even 5.1.1 they would have used a much higher version number.
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Also, when you run flashtool do you run normal version or 64 version? Not sure if that is in reference to the device or the computer.

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Thank you for your answer. One more question. If I upgrade to the UK generic version 0.27 , will pc companion still work for me in order to upgrade to higher versions as well?
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I can't say about Z3+ but for Z2 and here it still worked. Maybe Sony changed something with the Z3+ but I don't think so. In short (but without guarantee): yes, it should still work.
GCbard said:
Also, when you run flashtool do you run normal version or 64 version? Not sure if that is in reference to the device or the computer.
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If your Computer Operating System (Windows / Mac / Linux) is 64-Bit use FlashTool64.exe and if not stick with the FlashTool.exe

an3k said:
I can't say about Z3+ but for Z2 and here it still worked. Maybe Sony changed something with the Z3+ but I don't think so. In short (but without guarantee): yes, it should still work.
If your Computer Operating System (Windows / Mac / Linux) is 64-Bit use FlashTool64.exe and if not stick with the FlashTool.exe
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Thank you. You have been helpful. That leads me to yet another question (I am a first time xperia user, I have used HTC up to this point).
In the flashtool I was able to choose the z3+ as my device. It was my understanding that the z3+ was not included yet., WIth that said there are options within the flashtool to root the device. IS that something that can be done now?

FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.27_1295-7703_R6A
Device: E6553
Version: 28.0.A.7.27
Country: UK
Provider: unbranded
Customization number: 1295-7703
Size: 2.071.057.904 Bytes
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8gf20AKtya0Skw2ZmFGZXFnMWs/view?usp=sharing
1) Get latest Flashtool from http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php and install it
2) Run C:\Flashtool\drivers\Flashtool-drivers.exe and select Flashmode Drivers, Fastboot Drivers and both Xperia Z2 Device Drivers (there are no Z3+ drivers yet but the Z2 ones work great)
3) Download the FTF you want and save it in eg. C:\
4) Power Off your Z3+ and connect the microUSB cable to it (but leave it disconnected from the Computer)
5) Run C:\Flashtool\FlashTool.exe (or FlashTool64.exe if you have a 64-Bit Operating System on your Computer)
6) Click the Lightning icon on the very left
7) Select Flashmode and click OK
8) On the top select the path where you have your FTF downloaded
9) On the left select the firmware you want to flash
10) IMPORTANT: On the right in "Exclude :" select the checkbox next to TA
11) Click Flash
12) Wait some time
13) When asked (the green arrow window) press Volume down and connect the USB cable to your Computer
14) Flashing starts.
15) Check the main Flashtool window. It shows a log and that tells you when flashing is done. If you don't see any red lines everything went fine.
I strongly advise to NOT do anything with your Computer, its connected devices or cables as long as flashing is in progress. Don't even plug or unplug a thumb drive. I have a USB3.0 AddOn card and when I plug in a device my native USB2.0 ports are disconnected for a millisecond. That's not a problem for thumbdrives, etc. but this can brick your phone while it gets flashed.
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GCbard said:
Thank you. You have been helpful. That leads me to yet another question (I am a first time xperia user, I have used HTC up to this point).
In the flashtool I was able to choose the z3+ as my device. It was my understanding that the z3+ was not included yet., WIth that said there are options within the flashtool to root the device. IS that something that can be done now?
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You're welcome and congrats to your first Xperia
I have absolutely no clue about rooting. Never did it. Current version of Flashtool may successfully root your Z3+ or it may brick it. I have absolutely no clue. What I know is that the Z3+ is officially not supported yet (but thankfully at least flashing works because Sony didn't changed anything since at least Z2).
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FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.24_1295-6968_R3A
Device: E6553
Version: 28.0.A.7.24
Country: DE
Provider: unbranded
Customization number: 1295-6968
Size: 2.070.785.234 Bytes
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8gf20AKtya0Q09lbnU2T01KRjg/view?usp=sharing

Thanks an3k for this guide. I'm a first-time Xperia Owner so please forgive my dumb question. I wanted to flash the "FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.27_1295-7703_R6A" but there is no TA in the exlude menu. I'm on the newest Flashtool version. Can i proceed anyway or will I lose the Xperia Enhancements ?

addicted1900 said:
Thanks an3k for this guide. I'm a first-time Xperia Owner so please forgive my dumb question. I wanted to flash the "FTF E6553_28.0.A.7.27_1295-7703_R6A" but there is no TA in the exlude menu. I'm on the newest Flashtool version. Can i proceed anyway or will I lose the Xperia Enhancements ?
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Yeah, there are some bad changes in the new flashtool version. Instead of simply selecting TA you now have to manually select each ta file. I'll update my quick guide but here's additionally what you have to do now:
Check the list below "Content :" and look for all entries ending with .ta (eg. cust-reset.ta). If you found one, search for the same entry in the "Exclude :" list (eg. CUST-RESET) and select it. Do this for every .ta entry shown in the "Content :" list.
Normally it's only CUST-RESET and FOTA-RESET. Sometimes you'll additionally have SIMLOCK
Additionally if you want to wipe your device while flashing it to a new firmware (was the default behavior until the latest flashtool version) you also have to check all three checkboxes (APPS_LOG, CACHE, USERDATA) in to top right "Wipe :" list!