This thread is mainly a collection of links to the essentials rather than going in to detail as in my All Things Xperia Guide, but everything contained here will be Z or 2013 XPERIA specific. Please feel free to post a link to anything you think should be added or relevant.
DooMLoRD said:
[ various bootmodes ]
newest Sony devices have three boot modes... these bootmodes can be reached when device is powered off...
Normal - just press power button and device starts booting
Flashmode - this mode is used to flash stock OFFICIAL firmware using flashtool, denoted by GREEN LED (this is similar to DOWNLOAD/ODIN mode of the Samsung devices)
Fastboot mode - this is a special mode, denoted by BLUE LED, used when we want to flash custom kernel, custom system images, for that we need to unlock bootloader, i will tell more details about this later...
[ various key combinations ]
this is most important part...
known key combinations so far:
while device is power OFF
Volume Up + USB cable connected to PC -> FASTBOOT MODE (BLUE LED will light up)
Volume Down + USB cable connected to PC -> FLASHMODE (GREEN LED will light up)
while device is power ON
Volume Up + POWER (for 10 seconds) -> resets the battery, its like removing the battery and putting it back in [device will vibrate once]
Volume Up + POWER (for additional 5 seconds, total 15 seconds) -> will power off hard, device will power down [device will vibrate thrice]
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Flashing & Restoring;
[TOOL/Z] [UPDATE 06/04/2013] Flashtool version 0.9.11.0 - Windows / Linux / Mac
[DISASTER RECOVERY][v3!] Getting your Z/ZL back to life!
[TUTORIAL] HOW TO FLASH STOCK ROMs WITH FLASHTOOL
Sony Update Service (SUS)
Sony Flash tool for Unlocked Xperia™ devices
Firmware;
Make your own!...
[Z&ZL][DIY GUIDE] Create a personalized ROM yourself! [Locked & Unlocked BL]
[INFO] Latest firmware version per customization (region/branding) {09-Jun-2013}
[GUIDE] Download ANY firmware customization with SUS and create an FTF with Flashtool
Deodexed Files...
[Info/How-To/Tool] [.244 CWM] Deodexing Made Easy...
Latest Stock...
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[FTF] Xperia Z C6603 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic French (1270-1404)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic ES - Spain
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 - Generic - Central Europe
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Proximus (Vfe) BE (Belgium)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic MEA (MENA Arabic (b) )
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic BE (Unbranded/Belgium)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic NCB (Unbranded/Nordic)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic PT (Unbranded/Portugal)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Vodafone DE (Vodafone Germany)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.1.A.0.244 Generic NL (Unbranded/Netherlands)
Older ROMs...
10.3.A.0.423 Root - Zipaligned - Deodexed - Rom
[STOCK ROM] 10.3.A.0.423 (Generic Nordic 1270-7280) 4.2.2
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) JB 4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423 TR Turkish
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) JB 4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423 3AT Austira (Brand 3AT)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) v4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423 T-Mobile PL (Branded/Poland)
[FIRMWARE][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) : 10.3.A.0.423 Generic FR (France)
Xperia z (C6603) JB 4.2.2 - 10.3.A.0.423 Generic Greece1270-4986_R4B
[STOCK][C6603][4.2.2] Update to 10.3.A.0.423 [Rooted & XZDualRecovery][LB/UB]
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.A.0.423 Generic NCB (Unbranded/Nordics)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] (C6603) v4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423R2B Generic HK (Unbranded/HongKong)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) v4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423 Generic ES (Unbranded/Spain)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) v4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423 Generic UA (Unbranded/Ukraine)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.3.A.0.423 (4.2.2) Generic BE (Unbranded/Belgium)
Older 4.1.2 ROMs...
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.1.1.A.1.307 Generic BE (Unbranded/Belgium)
[FTF] Xperia Z - 4.1.2 - 10.1.1.A.1.307 - Portuguese Branded TMN (Generic LTE)
[STOCK ROM][FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.1.1.A.1.307 Generic BE (Unbranded/Belgium)
[FTF] Xperia Z - 4.1.2 - 10.1.1.A.1.307 - Portuguese Branded TMN (Generic LTE)
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Firmware 10.1.1.A.1.253 for XPERIA Z Central Europe
C6603_GLOBAL-LTE_10.1.1.A.1.253_10.1.1.A.1.253
Xperia Z_10.1.1.A.1.253_C6303.ftf
[Xperia Z] Stock Generic NL firmware FTF's 10.1.1.A.1.253
[STOCK ROM] C6603 10.1.1.A.1.253 [Sweden Unbranded]
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[FTF] Stock 10.1.A.1.434 (4.1.2) GLOBAL SE unbranded C6603(LTE)
[FTF] UK unbranded 10.1.A.1.434
[Xperia Z C6603] Generic Nordic 10.1.A.1.434 FTF firmware
(FTF) C6603 10.1.A.434 Cust ID 1270-1412_R6A Singapore
[FIRMWARE] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.1.A.1.434_SG_UNBANDED FTF_Singapore
[FTF] Xperia Z (C6603) 4.1.2 - 10.1.A.1.434 Generic Hong Kong 1270-5695 R11A Firmware
[STOCK ROM] Xperia Z (C6603) v4.1.2, 10.1.A.1.434 Generic DE (Unbranded)
C6603 Stock Unbranded 10.1.A.434 AU FTF (Australia)
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[System dump] Xperia Z C6603 10.1.A.1.350
UK unbranded FTF 10.1.A.1.350
[STOCK ROM] Xperia Z (C6603) v4.1.2, 10.1.A.1.350 Generic DE (Unbranded)
[FTF] WORKING Xperia Z FRENCH GENERIC Firmware 10.1.A.1.350 JB 4.1.2(C6603)
[FTF] Xperia Z - 4.1.2 - 10.1.A.1.350 - Portuguese Branded TMN (Generic LTE)
Telstra 10.1.A.1.350 ROM (Australia)
[FIRMWARE]{C6603} 10.1.A.1.350 (Hungary Tmobile)
[FIRMWARE] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.1.A.1.350_SG_UNBANDED FTF
[FTF] Sony Xperia Z (SO-02E) 10.1.D.0.343 (DOCOMO)
[FTF] Sony Xperia Z (SO-02E) 10.1.D.0.333
Rooting;
[ROOT][Z] How-to for rooting newest firmware 10.3.1.A.0.244
[Z][ROOT] DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit
[tutorial] how to root and add recovery new method
4.1.2 Rooting...
[STOCK][C6603 & !?C6602?!] Update to 10.1.1.A.1.307 [Rooted & XZDualRecovery][LB/UB]
[GUIDE] [ROOT] .253 fw [Locked Bootloader]
[ROOT][.253] [Unlocked Bootloader]
.253 OTA ROOT
Bootloader Unlocking & CWM;
[Tutorial] Xperia Z & ZL Bootloader Unlocking/Relocking
[Locked Bootloader]CWM recovery 6.0.2.8 for locked bootloaders v4[25-03]
[XZDualRecovery][v2.3 RELEASE] cwm 6.0.3.2 & twrp 2.5.0.0 [locked bootloader]
[TOOL][Z/ZL/ZQ] Backup TA v8.6 for Windows
[Tutorial] Backup You TA Partition To Keep Your Drm Keys before unlocking
Useful Info;
Exclude Images/Folders from Album
Things to scan with your NFC Phone
[MOD] ExtSd2InternalSd *working on xperia z*
{Z/ZL/Tablet Z}[APP] Xperia SDCARD Mounter {ICS/JB}(v4.0)
[MOD] Internal <> External storage "swap". Two options, simply, easy, safe.
[APP]WiFi Mouse(transform your phone into wireless mouse, keyboard and trackpad)
[Xperia 2012 & 2013] PS3 Dualshock Controller support for stock rom| From Tablet Z
Mods;
[Advice/Reference/Guide] The Definitive APK Modding & Theming Thread...
[MOD][4.2.2][Z] AOSP Lockscreen
[MOD] Xperia Z 4.2 Keyboard/Emoji Support
[Mod/Guide/Info] Disable Data Notification/Call Recording...
[MOD][Z/ZL][.423] Dark Conversations, Phonebook & SemcPhone
[MOD][4.2.2 JB .423] 4 Button Navigation Bar: Back-Home-Recent-Menu
[SOUNDMOD][Z/ZL] PureXAudio v15 [12/05/2013]|128x Oversampling|FP64
[Z & ZL] AC!D Audio Engine v2, Sound enancement mod| Enjoy your music!
[MOD][JB][Camera] Cyber-shot™ For Xperia Z & ZL
[MOD] TAKE PICTURE with VOLUME KEY (FAST CAPTURE MODE now enable)
[GUIDE] Enable/disable NFC icon
Solution For 70 limit stock SMS Characters...
[Guide]For Making Smaller SoftKeys
[MOD][TUT] How To Re-Arrange Your Softkeys
[MOD]Centered Statusbar Clock
[MOD]+[APP]Fullscreen with kept statusbar
[MOD]Centered Clock...With Seconds! *UPDATED*
[HOW-TO][MOD][JB] Transparent Statusbar & NavBar [upd:10.05.2013]
[MOD] Sony's JB Lockscreen Modified for Z,ZL,T,TX,V
Original Development;
[ROM][4.2.2][PARANOIDANDROID
[ROM][AOSP][Linaro 4.8]CarbonRom
Open source archive for build 10.3.A.0.423
[WiP][UNOFFICIAL][ROM][4.2.2] Chameleon OS
{Z}[WORKSHOP] - AOSP - Android 4.2.2 - FreeXperia Project
{Z}[DEVELOPMENT] - CM10.1 - Android 4.2.2 - FreeXperia Project
[TUTORIAL]Compile Xperia Z ROM with Linaro including O3 strict-aliasing optimizations
Tips & Misc;
No Developer Options in Settings...
kingvortex said:
Go to Settings-About phone and tap on Build Number 7 times. Developer options will then be visible in Settings.
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Something to consider...
voltairejohn said:
Hello bro's, Just do take note that the rubbers on the flaps degrades as used. If one uses the power flap and the earphone flap often, then the waterproofing will be less and less reliable.
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[APPS] Must Have Apps for Xperia Z, ZL
A few notes about the camera (it isn't bad)
Share your Undervolt settings & battery life
For those who want LTE in Canada
Check your display manufacturer
Post Pictures Taken with Xperia Z
[Fix]Slow or Stalling 2G Internet Connection
[TOOL/UTILITY][LOCKEDBOOTLOADER] The definitive root Remount-Reboot fix!
[GUIDE][20th June] Things everybody should do with their Xperia Z/ZL after unboxing.
Common Problems/Faults...;
Weakness on screen
Xperia Z Disadvantage and tips Must Read
SD cards unusable by hardware failure Xperia Z
{DISCUSSION}Xperia Z back glass coming unglued
[Discussion] Battery Level Bug for All 4.2.2 Based Roms
Significant Thanks;
@DooMLoRD
@Androxyde
@FXP
@krabappel2548
@Apollo89
@[NUT]
And thanks to everyone who's thread I've linked to.
[GUIDE] Compiling XPERIA 2013 framework-res, without a bootloop
Massive thanks to @erorcun for sharing this method...
Workaround:
Firstly decompile your framework.jar, framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk files, then download and extract this: framework-fix.zip
1- Copy the ColorizableDrawable.smali to "framework.jar/android/graphics/drawable".
2- Remove these lines from "framework.jar/android/graphics/drawable/Drawable.smali":
Code:
const-string v3, "com.sonymobile"
invoke-virtual {v2, v3}, Ljava/lang/String;->equals(Ljava/lang/Object;)Z
move-result v3
if-eqz v3, :cond_109
3- In the drawable folder of your framework-res you need to find and change a number of xmls and the easiest way to do this is with Notepad++. Download and open it first, then in the drawable folder highlight all 150 xmls prefixed with semc_, and drop them into Notepad++ (You may want to do so many at a time depending on your Computers specs). Using the search and replace feature, replace...
Code:
somc:colorizable
for...
Code:
colorizable
...using the Replace All in All Opened Documents button...
...then you need to Replace this whole line...
Code:
android:color="@com.sonyericsson.uxp:color/semc_theme_accent_color" xmlns:somc="com.sonymobile"
...using the same method with...
Code:
android:color="#00000000"
I moved theme color part to smali, so "#00000000" is just a placholder in here and won't affect anything.
4- Open styles.xml in the values folder with Notepad++ and search for...
Code:
@com.sonyericsson.uxp:drawable/semc_bg
...there should be two, that one and then one with _bright, replace that line with...
Code:
@drawable/semc_bg
...and replace the other with...
Code:
@drawable/semc_bg_bright
Then copy from your drawable-hdpi and drawable-xhdpi folders in your decompiled SemcGenericUxpRes folder, semc_bg_bright.xml, semc_bg.xml, semc_bg_bright_tile.png and semc_bg_tile.png into the same folders in your decompiled framework folders.
Normally app backgrounds doesn't change with 2013 xperia themes in anyway but theme system still has this ability, if you want to keep this I fixed it too, search for "@com.sonyericsson.uxp:drawable/semc_bg" and change with "@drawable/semc_bg_new" then put semc_bg_new.xml to drawable folder from downloaded file and don't forget adding semc_bg_new to public.xml.)[/COLOR][/I]
5- In your decompiled framework folder open apktool.yml with Notepad++ and remove the "-2" from the "usedFrameworks" code...
...then recompile your framework.jar and framework-res.apk, add the signatures in the usual manner, copy both files to the Phone, change permissions, reboot, and you should finally have a success boot.
This is tested on SP (Not S, P), U and Sola and works on the Z too.
Enjoy!
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Thank you, this actually has helped me so much.
theres newer version of flashtool
awsome work !!
This is a really nice post, but I see than there is no links for C6602, would be nice if you could add the firmwares for C6602 to OP. I will help you
Android 4.2.2 - 10.3.A.0.423
US Unbranded http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2356455
IN Unbranded http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2351796
TW Unbranded http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2337838
It's mainly because I have the 6603, but if you want to build your post dedicated to 6602 firmware that would be great @CambaStorm and I'll post a link to it in the OP, but please do it in the same format...
[STOCK ROM] [FTF] (C6602) v4.2.2 10.3.A.0.423 Generic US (Unbranded USA)
...much neater that way.
4.2.2 generic PH
I have 4.2.2 generic PH, i want to share that here on XDA but i'm noob. I'm new to Xda. how to post it like the above posts. thanks. :laugh:
I just bought an Xperia Z...will try these...thanks!
Noobish questions
Hey guys, this is kinda noobish, but i'm been using samsung since forever, just switched to XZ and i'm not used to bootloaders, nor do i understand them. I already unlocked bootloader and flashed CM. If i reflash to stock, do i need to relock bootloader before going back to stock? If not, will reflashing to stock automatically relock the bootloader? I really do appreciate any help you can give me.
Sorry brothers, If in anyway I am bothering you all.
Actually I am requesting something as I need the stock Firmware files of Xperia Z (4.2.2). the needed files names are mentioned below:-
1) XperiaLockscreen.apk (UpxnxptLockscreen.apk)
2) SemcGenric-res.apk
3) Framework-res.apk
4) android.policy,jar
So please if anyone having these files please provide me. I am from different device forum and thus don't have these things.
I will be grateful for the files.
Thanks
thanks!:highfive:
BOND1987 said:
Sorry brothers, If in anyway I am bothering you all.
Actually I am requesting something as I need the stock Firmware files of Xperia Z (4.2.2). the needed files names are mentioned below:-
1) XperiaLockscreen.apk (UpxnxptLockscreen.apk)
2) SemcGenric-res.apk
3) Framework-res.apk
4) android.policy,jar
So please if anyone having these files please provide me. I am from different device forum and thus don't have these things.
I will be grateful for the files.
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here's is sir:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/bqvx838gl86y7lg/tosend.zip
Can i flash a C6603 firmware on a C6602?
sebastianlow said:
Can i flash a C6603 firmware on a C6602?
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Yes, you can flash C6603 stock firmware on a C6602 variant. My Xperia Z is stock T-Mobile C6606 with a locked bootloader and I've flashed both C6602/3 firmwares. I've stuck with C6603 as there appear to be more developments for flashing builds, although nothing new of late. Is your bootloader unlocked or unlockable?
tinydynamite00 said:
Yes, you can flash C6603 stock firmware on a C6602 variant. My Xperia Z is stock T-Mobile C6606 with a locked bootloader and I've flashed both C6602/3 firmwares. I've stuck with C6603 as there appear to be more developments for flashing builds, although nothing new of late. Is your bootloader unlocked or unlockable?
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Its unlocked
Sweet! I just caught a thread on backing up the TA partition, allowing both unlockable and locked bootloaders to return to stock with the DRM keys intact. I have to say I'm pretty stoked!
Sent from my C6603 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
sebastianlow said:
Its unlocked
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You got a link to that?
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium
I apologize for being away for awhile. Lost network access for a few days. I was beginning to shrivel. Here you go; in case you haven't run across it in the forums.
Guide: Backing up TA partition
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
Sent from my SGH-T889 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
Xperia Z3 (D6603) Unbranded IL firmware (.FTF)
Downloaded, decrypted and repackaged by Flashtool v9.18.4 (12/05/2014).
Android version: 4.4.4
Build number: 23.0.1.A.5.77
Customization Version: 1288-5030
Branding: Unbranded IL
Country: Israel
Download:
https://copy.com/nPvkaVDSdBibPZ2Hhttps://copy.com/nPvkaVDSdBibPZ2H(1.24GB, FTF)
This works on ANY Xperia Z3 (D6603).
Your Xperia Z3 does NOT have to be rooted.
Your Xperia Z3 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.
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Hi there, is this a flashable rom or should this just be included the ftf thread?
I'm sorry but I don't follow you, what is the difference between flashable ROM and FTF?
It is an FTF, so you can include it in FTF thread, and it should be flashed using Flashtool, so I guess it's a flashable ROM as well .
So it's up to you, just feel free to include it in any thread that will make the most out of it .
p.s.
I used the following thread to prepare this FTF http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/guide-how-to-package-flash-stock-roms-t2914567
Although it was originally composed for Xperia Z, it works great with Xperia Z3 as well.
Please use the FTF sharing thread to share FTFs
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/ftf-stock-firmwares-xperia-z3-models-t2886061
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