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Egypt/Saudi Arabia New firmware (10.1.1.A.1.253) for Xperia Z (17/05/2013)

Hey guys,
I just checked the PC Companion and found the latest update here in Egypt so for other users in Egypt need the FTF files if this is different from the other countries please let me know .
I bought my xperia from Saudi Arabia but i'm now updating the mobile here in Egypt so i don't know if this is just for Egypt or Saudi Arabia versions.
I hope i can help anyone need it
Note : find the attachment images for the process of the update using SUS "Sony Update Services"
Regards,

It would be good if you can upload the ftf firmware's file,maybe someone need it.
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sameh_elhakim said:
Hey guys,
I just checked the PC Companion and found the latest update here in Egypt so for other users in Egypt need the FTF files if this is different from the other countries please let me know .
I bought my xperia from Saudi Arabia but i'm now updating the mobile here in Egypt so i don't know if this is just for Egypt or Saudi Arabia versions.
I hope i can help anyone need it
Note : find the attachment images for the process of the update using SUS "Sony Update Services"
Regards,
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I m updating my phone now
>> UAE
:good:

x102x96x said:
I m updating my phone now
>> UAE
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Same here, got it today.
The phone is better that before
Sony is doing fine job updating this flagship, unlike what happened last year with xs.
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Update done and it is much better than before, especially with the white balance option so now i can say my colors is clear

in Kuwait and no new update yet

Just updated
I'm from Egypt and my phone is from UAE and i just updated my C6602 yesterday.
Led notification bug fixed
White balance option added
Nfc firmware update
Dark navigation panel
Improved battery and display IMO
Didn't fix the call answering vibration bug
Waiting for my new C6603 arrival

this is great even egypt get it before the uk does..

Got my C6603 at last!!! This is my 1st post with it!! But unfortunately I'm still on 434 , still no update for me. I got mine from eBay USA and I guess it's from Hong Kong or China!
I hope I get my upgrade soon!!!
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Can someone provide me with c6602 FTF file or build.prop with Saudi Arabia customization? Thanks

sipe1 said:
Can someone provide me with c6602 FTF file or build.prop with Saudi Arabia customization? Thanks
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You can find it here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2315914
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gm007 said:
You can find it here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2315914
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Yea, but I need a build.prop or a whole ftf. I changed values in my build.prop but I cannot get saudi arabia firmware. Can anyone help me?

izzyq8 said:
in Kuwait and no new update yet
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Same here no update wonder what's the difference

[FTF] Xperia Z (C6602) JB 4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423 India Unbranded

Hello everyone,
This is my first ever thread on XDA. I have been a member for quite some time and have not contributed anything till now. So this is my first try.
Xperia Z (C6602) India Unbranded firmware (.FTF)
Downloaded through Sony PC Companion, decrypted and repackaged by Flashtool v0.9.11.0. Tested on my own Xperia Z, works perfectly. :good:
Android version: 4.2.2
Build number: 10.3.A.0.423
Branding: Unbranded
Country: India
Download:
d-h.st/S4z(450.00 MB, zip archive part 1)
d-h.st/9KB (314.00 MB, zip archive part 2)

how do i join these?

Aka91 said:
how do i join these?
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This is a non-standard way of spitting ZIP files, created by 7-Zip. You'll have to use HJSplit to join them or use 7-Zip to extract them. You could also use this command in Windows Command Prompt to join them:
Code:
copy /b C6602_10.3.A.0.423_Unbranded_India_FTF.zip.001 + C6602_10.3.A.0.423_Unbranded_India_FTF.zip.002 C6602_10.3.A.0.423_Unbranded_India_FTF.zip

thx mate
:good:

can this be flashed on c6603?
i kno the title says c6602!
but still!

Aka91 said:
can this be flashed on c6603?
i kno the title says c6602!
but still!
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I believe you can, but you will lose LTE functionality since C6602 has not LTE.

I flashed...system gave an fc as soon as it starts!
I thought it wouldnt..but gave it a try anyways!
Thanks!
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Aka91 said:
I flashed...system gave an fc as soon as it starts!
I thought it wouldnt..but gave it a try anyways!
Thanks!
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Fc because you didn't wipe data.
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Actually..i did!

Aka91 said:
Actually..i did!
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Actually impossible
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Yeah.. You were right!
Oops..
Will try again tomorrow!
Thanks!
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My country doesn't have lte..
Plus I am stuck with roaming issues now and then.. Plus..uk isn't getting the update! And
It can help me to claim local warranty!
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How to install?
I've already upgraded to latest firmware. I flashed some software after which my device malfucntioned, so I wanted to flash a new one. Can you tell me how to do it?

@gm007
i did wipe everything this time!
but no luck!

Use Ajoiner for Mac/Windows
You can use Ajoiner for Mac/Windows will join this 2 files.

Aka91 said:
can this be flashed on c6603?
i kno the title says c6602!
but still!
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There are many generic firmwares available for the C6603 (LTE version). You can just take a glance in the General forum. Any of those firmwares would work fine on your LTE version. There is no compulsion to download an Indian firmware as such. The only thing different might be some of the bundled software and the additional language depending on the region.

shekharsuman said:
I've already upgraded to latest firmware. I flashed some software after which my device malfucntioned, so I wanted to flash a new one. Can you tell me how to do it?
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Visit this thread on step by step instructions to flash .ftf (firmware) files on Xperia Z using Flashtool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240614

beingnyukeit said:
Hello everyone,
This is my first ever thread on XDA. I have been a member for quite some time and have not contributed anything till now. So this is my first try.
Xperia Z (C6602) India Unbranded firmware (.FTF)
Downloaded through Sony PC Companion, decrypted and repackaged by Flashtool v0.9.11.0. Tested on my own Xperia Z, works perfectly. :good:
Android version: 4.2.2
Build number: 10.3.A.0.423
Branding: Unbranded
Country: India
Download:
d-h.st/S4z(450.00 MB, zip archive part 1)
d-h.st/9KB (314.00 MB, zip archive part 2)
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hi Bro
Is this Actually Official 4.2.2 FTF ? Seriously it for india?

I have c6602. Can I flash c6603 4.2.2 onto my non lte phone?
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Thanks for the FTF file I successfully flashed this on my mobile....working smooth....

I cant find the 'APPLICATION' tab in this..i wanna turn on USB DEBUGGING
Also no DEVELOPER OPTIONS..Strange!
EDIT-- OK got it..it was hidden..just tap about phone 7 times

No 4.2.2 update yet. Xperia Z

Hi,
I am from UK and bought unbranded Xperia Z from Vodafone on the first day. Still have not got the 4.2.2 update through the phone or Sony PC Companion. I have not rooted the phone yet, as I am not that well verse with how to do it..
Can anyone tell me or give me links as to how to backup my data and update my Z to 4.2.2. Tried to do it from the links in the forum. Just confused as there are several of them, not sure which one to choose.
Thank you for the help.
Ram

Menu. Settings. About phone. Software update
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ram11 said:
Hi,
I am from UK and bought unbranded Xperia Z from Vodafone on the first day. Still have not got the 4.2.2 update through the phone or Sony PC Companion. I have not rooted the phone yet, as I am not that well verse with how to do it..
Can anyone tell me or give me links as to how to backup my data and update my Z to 4.2.2. Tried to do it from the links in the forum. Just confused as there are several of them, not sure which one to choose.
Thank you for the help.
Ram
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United Kingdom Vodafone UK 1270-9110 10.3.A.0.423 R7B 10.3.A.0.423 R7B

Z51 said:
Menu. Settings. About phone. Software update
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Unbelievable you are..

Sorry, we're both on the same boat, no unbranded UK firmware updates. Still waiting for an official reply as to why this is happening.
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Just got myself an Xperia z and it's an unbranded unlocked one, no update showing up when you go through settings about phone, update.
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Sorry guys but Sony's employee who is responsible for this update died 2 months ago,and only him has the password(top secret).
So during this 2 months,don't think that Sony has sit doing nothing,no... they still trying to hack his password but to no avail.
To Be Continued....
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lol, just what i thought :good: :laugh:

ram11 said:
Unbelievable you are..
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worked for me

Yeah, the unbranded UK owners are probably one of the last left to receive this update. I've been tempted to flash the Vodafone branded one as I'm with them anyway - just been too lazy :cyclops:

Just flash C6603 firmware from other country
If you really want 4.2.2 then just download flashtool and flash another countries un-customised firmware (I chose Spain, but it doesn't matter which one you use just make sure you flash the correct firmware C6603 or C6602).
Your phone does NOT have to be rooted
Your phone does NOT need recovery (CWM/TWRP)
and when UK Generic firmware gets released hopefully someone will upload the .ftf file and you can flash that (although there will be minute differences)
To recap:
Download flashtool
Download official 4.2.2 ftf (any country)
then once flashtool window is open then DRAG the ftf into the window and it will flash.
It's very easy, I encourage you to do it :good:

wolf0491 said:
I don't find update be any better than 4.1 so don't be to stressed guys. Unless your dying for lockscreen widgets? Haha
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The device heats up less easily. That alone makes 4.2.2 worth upgrading IMO

theprince1991 said:
If you really want 4.2.2 then just download flashtool and flash another countries un-customised firmware (I chose Spain, but it doesn't matter which one you use just make sure you flash the correct firmware C6603 or C6602).
Your phone does NOT have to be rooted
Your phone does NOT need recovery (CWM/TWRP)
and when UK Generic firmware gets released hopefully someone will upload the .ftf file and you can flash that (although there will be minute differences)
To recap:
Download flashtool
Download official 4.2.2 ftf (any country)
then once flashtool window is open then DRAG the ftf into the window and it will flash.
It's very easy, I encourage you to do it :good:
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Pretty much this. I feel bad for UK users but i'm in the same boat - Orange Romania sure take their sweet time trying to bake in all their useless bloatware. Vodafone Romania has had the update out for 3 weeks now.
I just have to find some time to flash an unbranded FTF (which will also get rid of the bloatware from Orange)

Wow really ? My xperia Z UK on Three got the update 2 weeks ago OTA.
Yesterday I got a notification on the desktop app about the update, so maybe it's a slower roll out :/
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This isn't a surprise to me to be honest, I had this with my desire hd, which was one of the first to come out. It was always the last to be updated, and this Xperia z is the same. One of the first batches to come out. It'll get done eventually.
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jonnyaztec said:
Wow really ? My xperia Z UK on Three got the update 2 weeks ago OTA.
Yesterday I got a notification on the desktop app about the update, so maybe it's a slower roll out :/
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Yes three has rolled it out, but us SIM free users we have nothing.
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Crocodile1973 said:
Yes three has rolled it out, but us SIM free users we have nothing.
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Just flash one of the many stock original sony ftf that are all over xda or online. I do not see the issue. Work fine isn't very complicated and u will have 4.2.2.
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Still waiting for 4.2.2 update on my stock Xperia Z. Shocking that network variants that have to go through more testing and red tape are being released before a stock fw. Sony really need to get better there!

While I agree it is pretty appalling service from Sony I decided to flash another region. Chose Generic DE in the end, seems to be identical save for the nfc icon which doesn't bother me.
Best decision I made, now I can actually enjoy the phone and look forward to quicker updates. Would be like I had bought the phone from Amazon Germany, which I did with my O4X as it had not launched in the uk anyway.
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Laird_Attwood said:
Still waiting for 4.2.2 update on my stock Xperia Z. Shocking that network variants that have to go through more testing and red tape are being released before a stock fw. Sony really need to get better there!
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Just flash an ftf stock from sony doesn't matter what region u use since they are pretty much all the same. JUST FLASH A 4.2.2 FTF AND YOU HAVE YOUR XPERIA Z UPDATED. I DONT SEE THE ISSUE.
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[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic UK (United Kingdom)

Xperia Z (C6603) Generic UK (.FTF)
Downloaded through Sony PC Companion, decrypted and repackaged by Flashtool.
Android version: 4.2.2
Baseband: 9x15A-ACEFWMAZQ-30110057-39
Kernel: 3.4.0-g3865184 [email protected] #1 Tue Jul 2 07:57:34 2013
Build number: 10.3.1.A.0.244
Customization Version: 1270-7689 R5B
Branding: Generic UK
Country: United Kingdom
NFC Icon: Yes
This works on ANY Xperia Z (C6603).
Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be rooted.
Your Xperia Z does NOT have to be bootloader unlocked.
This does NOT re-lock a SIM unlocked phone (unlocking is ONCE and PERMANENT).
This does NOT unlock your bootloader.
Download:
C6603_10.3.1.A.0.244_Generic UK.part1.rar - 512.00 MB
C6603_10.3.1.A.0.244_Generic UK.part2.rar - 235.76 MB
You must download both files to the same directory then extract with WinRAR or similar software of your preference.
MD5 of extracted FTF file: e23d3cd96a9b86e07b8376d95ab3ecde
I advise checking the MD5 sum of the file you extract matches the above value with md5summer or similar software of your preference before you flash it.
How to flash stock roms in FTF format.
If you are flashing this over a newer firmware version, then a full wipe is essential.
build.prop:C6603_10.3.1.A.0.244_GenericUK_build_prop.rar - 3.10 KB
Enjoy!

Thanks for this, I was happily running the Belgium FTF but am happier having the real UK release
Thank you!
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You're welcome.
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cheers mate, I was going to vo via .434 and then ota update this but the .434 didn't wanna play nice lol so went straight to this

Straight after installing it on my first reboot I was offered new versions of all the Sony apps so today has been a wonderful day of updates
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therealbroxy said:
Straight after installing it on my first reboot I was offered new versions of all the Sony apps so today has been a wonderful day of updates
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yep, it took ages, but the UK is finally caught up with the rest of the world.
NOT encountering any issues so far with .244!

. 244 is a huge improvement, speed wise over 434. I had seriously bad slow downs on that, apps would take seconds to switch and open, gone immediately with this build. I updated via PC Companion and rooted with the 434 kernel.
It would be nice to see these FTFs released with separate kernels we can flash back to after rooting.
EDIT: The main reason I suggest it is for people who don't download the FTFs (due to slow speeds etc) but update via Sony, and just need the kernel to flash back after rootong. If you had the FTF you could just exclude everything else anyway so it's a non issue.
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alias_neo said:
. 244 is a huge improvement, speed wise over 434. I had seriously bad slow downs on that, apps would take seconds to switch and open, gone immediately with this build. I updated via PC Companion and rooted with the 434 kernel.
It would be nice to see these FTFs released with separate kernels we can flash back to after rooting.
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You can create your own ftf that include only the kernel by following the guides available here.
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gm007 said:
You can create your own ftf that include only the kernel by following the guides available here.
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Of course I can, but then everyone would have to do the same, when they wanted to root newer ROMS with kernel changes, it was just a suggestion to help everyone else out a little
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alias_neo said:
Of course I can, but then everyone would have to do the same, when they wanted to root newer ROMS with kernel changes, it was just a suggestion to help everyone else out a little
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Everyone wouldn't have to create a 'kernel only' FTF if you uploaded it and shared it here after you created it, just like everyone hasn't got to create this complete FTF.
In any case, all of the 244 releases use the same kernel, so the FTFs released by DooMLoRD in his rooting thread are all that's needed for now.
In the case of future updates, if I create and upload an FTF, I will most probably include a kernel FTF in the post for rooting purposes.
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No lte support in this rom
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Richy99 said:
No lte support in this rom
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What do you mean? It's a C6603 rom, therefore has LTE support.
Enter *#*#7378423#*#* in the dialler, then look in Service info -> Configuration. What does it say under 'Working bands'?
Edit: What network provider are you using?
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Richy99 said:
No lte support in this rom
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Yes it does. It works great :thumbup:
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Mine has the lte support to. Has anyone noticed the wallet settings have gone in the previous UK generic build they where there
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it isn't showing under network modes in the network settings

Richy99 said:
it isn't showing under network modes in the network settings
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What network provider are you using? The option might only show up if your provider has LTE capabilities (not sure on this).
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kingvortex said:
What network provider are you using? The option might only show up if your provider has LTE capabilities (not sure on this).
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it was there on the .423 custom rom I was using and i'm on three

Flash the firmware with full wipe.
It should be available in the menu even if you don't have lte service.
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yeah that is my next option a full wipe, pain in the arse mind

Richy99 said:
it was there on the .423 custom rom I was using and i'm on three
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Ah, the LTE option should always show up then. I was unsure on that.
In any case, 3 UK don't have LTE yet, do they?
If you want the option to show up that badly, then try flashing again with no wipe first. After that, if it doesn't solve the issue, your only option is a wipe.
Perhaps something got messed up if you flashed over a custom rom with no wipe.
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[FTF]Xperia Z1 14.1.G.1.518 Firmware [UK Generic]

This is the Generic UK 14.1.G.1.518 firmware for anyone in the UK wanting to debrand...
https://mega.co.nz/#!YwlXCQqD!HL6m-ifu48_-Yq2bmSGJjXeREOFOiAdArXocFq99tFk

welshlad said:
This is the Generic UK 14.1.G.1.518 firmware for anyone in the UK wanting to debrand...
https://mega.co.nz/#!YwlXCQqD!HL6m-ifu48_-Yq2bmSGJjXeREOFOiAdArXocFq99tFk
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does flashing this version debrands the phones? or is there any other steps involved ????????/

jos_031 said:
does flashing this version debrands the phones? or is there any other steps involved ????????/
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Yeah just flash it using Flashtool.

Did someone managed to extract the system.sin of this ? Which tool did you use ?
Flashtool got stuck.

darkon11 said:
Did someone managed to extract the system.sin of this ? Which tool did you use ?
Flashtool got stuck.
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1.Unpack .ftf file(as .zip or .rar) to get the file : system.sin
2.Use SIN2IMG.exe to transfer system.sin into system.img
3.Use unyaffs.exe to upack the system.img into resources you need

If I flash this version will I still. Get it's updates? Thanks in advance
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Iain 89 said:
If I flash this version will I still. Get it's updates? Thanks in advance
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Yes...

whats the CDA of this version? is it the same as below?
EURO -LTE
1276-0875_R8A

Will it also debrand dutch T-mobile?
Hi Guys,
I bought today the Z1 (C6903) , but unfortunately it's the dutch T-mobile branded device.
I've checked the firmware and it's the same as you mentioned in the topic : Xperia Z1 14.1.G.1.518.
Do you think it's also possible that I can flash the UK firmware?

JayantSparda said:
Hi Guys,
I bought today the Z1 (C6903) , but unfortunately it's the dutch T-mobile branded device.
I've checked the firmware and it's the same as you mentioned in the topic : Xperia Z1 14.1.G.1.518.
Do you think it's also possible that I can flash the UK firmware?
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You can flash any of the firmwares using flashtool.
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ianford10 said:
You can flash any of the firmwares using flashtool.
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Thank ianford10! :cyclops:
I finally can remove those bloatware and unneccessary T-mobile boot screen.

Have there been any OTA updates for this yet?

JayantSparda said:
Thank ianford10! :cyclops:
I finally can remove those bloatware and unneccessary T-mobile boot screen.
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Dumb question, flashing this over a branded .518 will keep the DRM intact and access to the 5 free movie downloads on Xperia Privilege?:good: