Anyone from Canada flashed their xperia z2 D6503 with baltic or nordic ftf? need inputs.. Thanks?
gokongming said:
Anyone from Canada flashed their xperia z2 D6503 with baltic or nordic ftf? need inputs.. Thanks?
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Was thinking about it but this is finals! no time. lol If someone does, let me know as well!
Just flash the baltic ftf, its the same thing.
I flashed the Baltic ftf, I am on Bell in Alberta, everything is going great so far, battery gets better and better, camera is awesome. Haven't seen any issues on mine so far, and don't expect any...
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danstr15 said:
I flashed the Baltic ftf, I am on Bell in Alberta, everything is going great so far, battery gets better and better, camera is awesome. Haven't seen any issues on mine so far, and don't expect any...
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Hi, thanks for the info.. Is it true that your LTE will be out of service, only 4G network will work? Thanks... I'm using bell too.. Winnipeg..
I was under the impression that 4G and LTE are the same? My signal says 4G when I am in an area that supports it.
Yeah 4g LTE same thing. I'll try it out maybe before a CND version is out lol. Thanks :good:
mattabyte said:
If you're on a service that has LTE, you'll end up with just 4G until an LTE-enabled region pushes an update. I'm in the US and flashed the Baltic .690 update and lost my LTE... which isn't really that big of a deal since I live near Los Angeles and AT&T LTE coverage down here is absolute garbage anyway.
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It's just an icon, mine says 4G and i'm still getting 74 - 77mbps from my carrier.
No worries, 4G and LTE are basically the same, and 4G+ and its equivalent LTE Advanced are the next generation standards, reaching speeds of up to 300mbps.
i'm wondering if baltic have chinese input.
kazukiflame said:
i'm wondering if baltic have chinese input.
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Here's a screenshot.
Can someone provide me a step by step on how I'd do this?
I'm also on BELL in Alberta and id like to try flashing the Baltic version
I use an apple computer, and I have a locked, unrooted carrier locked z2..
I tried to figure it out on my own but was unsuccessful
kylecummins said:
Can someone provide me a step by step on how I'd do this?
I'm also on BELL in Alberta and id like to try flashing the Baltic version
I use an apple computer, and I have a locked, unrooted carrier locked z2..
I tried to figure it out on my own but was unsuccessful
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Try following this guide, it's comprehensive.
http://www.xperiablog.net/2015/03/1...peria-lollipop-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool/
L.e.: sorry, i missed the 'apple computer' part. Just have a little patience, I don't imagine they will postpone it any longer.
So there's no way to do it on a Mac?
kylecummins said:
So there's no way to do it on a Mac?
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I checked now, there's a Mac version of Flashtool, you're lucky.
Download it from here:
http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
You need to download Sony Bridge so you'll have all the necessary drivers:
http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac/
After you'll get the drivers working, I suppose Flashtool is pretty much the same, so you can use the same guide that's for Windows.
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I'm waiting until there's full root with recovery working 100% before I update. Hopefully niaboc79's update for his rom won't be too long. Those screen shots he posted look very nice.
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Related
Here is the Global FTF non branded ROM from Australia
http://ul.to/auezfyhl
http://netload.in/dateiblPSy6680Y/C6603_10.1.1.A.1.253_Unbranded Australia.ftf.htm
http://depositfiles.com/files/djun7s4v7
MD5 Checksum 982f2ddc8de109bc909e13c9992ff63e
10.1.1.A.1.253 (1271-0116_R5A) Australia Unbranded - Thanks to kamalmawa
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?nwkva19w47wxt45
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?w7dtdg6j1775yiz
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?iwc13pj5ipf0ze6
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?taquxoqixu818wa
Been created and fully tested via latest Flashtool, which can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162907
Also note if you are unable to flash this ROM with flashtool, make sure you untick TA, confirmed to be working.
Awesome flashtool tutorial specifically for the Xperia Z http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240614
Also if you want to make a CWM or TWRP flashable file a great tutorial can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2183077
I can confirm a new firmware update for NFC.
New Baseband, hopefully that fixes network drop outs - Confirmed it hasn't really helped much, still get no network errors often, clicking retry works fine (very frustrating)
Lightflow (coloured LED notifications) works fine in non root mode, not as well but still very usable (colour cycling of the flashing is a little more random).
Can confirm that the USB interface is much faster, seems to be at least twice as fast accessing the internal or external SD
Can confirm that the WIFI has the same problems as .434 and .350 for me. couldn't establish initial connection to any access point until I fresh rebooted the access point, and signal strength is pretty much the same.
Not sure what others are talking about new kernel, it is the exact same kernel for me
Mirror please? UL is awful
diego9016 said:
Mirror please? UL is awful
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Indeed, 4 hours to download. Thanks to the OP and everything but I'll elsewhere.
Right guys, I had uploaded it to netload via FTP, and am not sure where it is, will look for the link or give you the username and password temporarily.
I will also upload it to depositfiles.
danw_oz said:
Right guys, I had uploaded it to netload via FTP, and am not sure where it is, will look for the link or give you the username and password temporarily.
I will also upload it to depositfiles.
ftp://[email protected]/
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i live Brisbane too :laugh:
i flashed new stock rom but when i hold volumn down + connect PC, flashtool didn't work and i flash 450 rom again, flashtool worked. please give me an advise. thanks
changkho1908 said:
i live Brisbane too :laugh:
i flashed new stock rom but when i hold volumn down + connect PC, flashtool didn't work and i flash 450 rom again, flashtool worked. please give me an advise. thanks
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I have just updated the OP, are you using the latest beta flashtool?, and do you have all the drivers installed?
I have also included a link so you can make a CWM or TWRP flashable zip from this FTF file, if that helps
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I have just updated the OP, are you using the latest beta flashtool?, and do you have all the drivers installed?
I have also included a link so you can make a CWM or TWRP flashable zip from this FTF file, if that helps
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my flashtool version is flashtool-0.9.10.2beta6-windows. i can flash C6603_10.1.A.434 rom without any problem but with new rom, i can't flash.
same problem http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2162907&page=44
changkho1908 said:
my flashtool version is flashtool-0.9.10.2beta6-windows. i can flash C6603_10.1.A.434 rom without any problem but with new rom, i can't flash.
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There is a tick box you need to remove, hang on a sec.
untick TA and see how that goes?
danw_oz said:
There is a tick box you need to remove, hang on a sec.
untick TA and see how that goes?
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simlock.ta dissapear when untick TA. i try to flash now
yeah. thankssss. it's working awesome!!!!!1
changkho1908 said:
simlock.ta dissapear when untick TA. i try to flash now
yeah. thankssss. it's working awesome!!!!!1
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Good news
diego9016 said:
Mirror please? UL is awful
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fredaroony said:
Indeed, 4 hours to download. Thanks to the OP and everything but I'll elsewhere.
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Did the FTP help? I will only leave this option available for the rest of today AU time, then the three download options
Seems that this last firmware version is unrootable, so,is there some regional or localized firmware .434 that when is rooted, it could offer a .235 OTA update?
My phone was bought from Telstra, and come with some Bigpond & Telstra apps.
The build number is 10.1.A.1.350
There are no any updates when I check in Software update
So, should I flash this firmware
pekvocey said:
My phone was bought from Telstra, and come with some Bigpond & Telstra apps.
The build number is 10.1.A.1.350
There are no any updates when I check in Software update
So, should I flash this firmware
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This ROM is from Australia, my phone is not from any Cell provider therefore not locked to anyone. Each provider will customise and lock the ROMs to their networks, this takes time which is why you will not get the update yet. Wow, I can't believe that they are so far behind still. .434 was released in Australia the day the phone was officially released in Australia
You can flash this ROM over top of your current ROM and provided that you do not wipe the data partition you should retain all your apps and settings. Unless the bigpond or telstra apps are part of the system apps rather than installed apps then you might loose those.
caqo71 said:
Seems that this last firmware version is unrootable, so,is there some regional or localized firmware .434 that when is rooted, it could offer a .235 OTA update?
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I am not really sure, I don't think so though. I believe the non branded ones are pretty much global ROMs, and the localisation is typically only from the providers apn, the internet and mms settings that you download at the start.
I bought my phone from Sony Central and still havent received this damn update...pissed! Downloading this now.
fredaroony said:
I bought my phone from Sony Central and still havent received this damn update...pissed! Downloading this now.
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Really? that is strange, I would have thought yours would have been the same as mine. Maybe because mine was not Australia stock?
danw_oz said:
Really? that is strange, I would have thought yours would have been the same as mine. Maybe because mine was not Australia stock?
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It should be, I bought it from the Sony Central shop in Chatswood so direct from Sony. Jeesh, you would think these models would get the update first. I see some posts on Whirlpool with others in the same situation.
I've tried on PC Companion, Bridge for mac and the phone itself.
I got mine at Harvey Norman here in Melbourne - update appeared same as the others...strange yours didn't
I did flash the Singtel version that was posted in General so thanks to the OP for this - going to have some flashing to do this evening
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 2
danw_oz said:
This ROM is from Australia, my phone is not from any Cell provider therefore not locked to anyone. Each provider will customise and lock the ROMs to their networks, this takes time which is why you will not get the update yet. Wow, I can't believe that they are so far behind still. .434 was released in Australia the day the phone was officially released in Australia
You can flash this ROM over top of your current ROM and provided that you do not wipe the data partition you should retain all your apps and settings. Unless the bigpond or telstra apps are part of the system apps rather than installed apps then you might loose those.
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Yeah, it's quite outdated :crying:
The phone is unlocked from Telstra but Telstra branded. That's why I hate branded phone, but Telstra offers 2 year warranty service. and Sony is quite unstable phone, easily got bricked.
I did install CWM recovery and root it.
Does it affect to OTA update? Should I unroot it to have the OTA update?
Here you go folks latest 402 firmware for UK generic handsets
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23501681358545755
Thanks really appreciate your efforts and time
Thanks very much mate appreciate it
Thanks a lot!
Thanks for this
Does anyone have the ftf for the O2-UK firmware please?
SwiftSmoke said:
Here you go folks latest 402 firmware for UK generic handsets
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23501681358545755
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does this has the LTE or the 4G icon for network?
marcoveli said:
does this has the LTE or the 4G icon for network?
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Not sure sorry I don't get 4G where I live :/ maybe someone in the main firmware thread can answer that for you, sorry.
marcoveli said:
does this has the LTE or the 4G icon for network?
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4g
Sorry if this is a silly question....
I'm coming from Samsung Galaxy S3 which was soooooo much easier to tinker with. It had a new ROM every week. Anyway, still getting used to my Z2, which I have finally unlocked the bootloader and rooted following the instructions from DoomLord. Anyway, if I flash the 402 UK firmware will I lose root? Can I get it back again if so ? Please excuse my Sony related ignorance !
alistairmscott said:
I'm coming from Samsung Galaxy S3 which was soooooo much easier to tinker with. It had a new ROM every week. Anyway, still getting used to my Z2, which I have finally unlocked the bootloader and rooted following the instructions from DoomLord. Anyway, if I flash the 402 UK firmware will I lose root? Can I get it back again if so ? Please excuse my Sony related ignorance !
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When you flash via flashtool you will lost root. But you can install the advance stock kernel from doomlord to have access to recovery again then install supersu
Any differences between this one and the Germany one ? I am currently have a problem with Germany version when it keep saying process.android.acore after a reboot. Wonder will version fix the issue?
Guys...you have tnx button - use it.
Say tnx to OP by pressing tnx button.
You are spamming thread with post thank you...
May I ask what apps (bloatware) are in this version?
Tnx guys...
Sent from my D6503 using Tapatalk
SwiftSmoke said:
Here you go folks latest 402 firmware for UK generic handsets
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23501681358545755
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Just a short info...
I'm from Croatia, tmobile branded device and flashing this firmware went very well.
Finally, 402 is on my device...
I tried to wait tmobile but they have to check Sony work, I guess they think they are smarter then Sony's engineers...
This is, actually nice change.
RAM consumption is better and firmware is faster and smoother... (flashed without any wipe)
Tnx mate for building and sharing ftf...
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I am suffering this issue as well, anybody got an answer??
jrmgolem said:
I am suffering this issue as well, anybody got an answer??
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Which one?
You have to quote someone for easier understanding...
If you were refering to my post - yeah, today is even worse.
I think I'll download German generic and will try that..
funky0308 said:
Which one?
You have to quote someone for easier understanding...
If you were refering to my post - yeah, today is even worse.
I think I'll download German generic and will try that..
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Sorry!
Lol
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Sorry!
Lol
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So...same problems, right?
I'll try German and will post results after testing.
It could be better...
On tmobile (Croatia) firmware 55 4g worked on 50-70mbps (in good covered areas, of course) but on this one, can't get more then 7mpbs (same testing location)
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funky0308 said:
So...same problems, right?
I'll try German and will post results after testing.
It could be better...
On tmobile (Croatia) firmware 55 4g worked on 50-70mbps (in good covered areas, of course) but on this one, can't get more then 7mpbs (same testing location)
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Mine is the Russian one, so I considered trying the uk one!
Crashing dialer
Hi,
Did anyone experience issues with this build ?
My dialer keeps crashing. I open it, it crashed, I try again, then I try to dial number it crashes. I got like at least 10 crashes per day, it is really annoying ...
Any ideas ?
Thanks.
Just installed the UK one and it's brilliant!
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I saw someone reference there was a US Firmware for the Z3c available, I am new to Sony phones but digging some more I found this a the tool to download and flash Firmware to Sony phones. http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
Anyone try the US based Firmware yet? If so post your findings, any changes, etc. I would bet the Z3c will show the LTE symbol when running this software version.
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I saw someone reference there was a US Firmware for the Z3c available, I am new to Sony phones but digging some more I found this a the tool to download and flash Firmware to Sony phones. http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
Anyone try the US based Firmware yet? If so post your findings, any changes, etc. I would bet the Z3c will show the LTE symbol when running this software version.
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I'm running it right now and just posted the firmware in the stock FTF thread. It does have the LTE icon.
cschmitt said:
I'm running it right now and just posted the firmware in the stock FTF thread. It does have the LTE icon.
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What carrier are you using? Notice any differences in the software other than what you said? Were you stock and used that flash tool, no unlocked bootloader?
FSRBIKER said:
What carrier are you using? Notice any differences in the software other than what you said? Were you stock and used that flash tool, no unlocked bootloader?
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AT&T, stock with locked bootloader
Use flashtool, here's a good guide.
Skip down to 'Stage 4 - Flashing' and make sure to un-check APPSLOG and DATA when flashing so that it doesn't wipe data.
The only differences I've seen are a couple of different pre-loaded apps (Crackle TV?) which I quickly deleted. The data icon is LTE, and there's a Wireless Emergency app for managing CMAS alerts.
cschmitt said:
AT&T, stock with locked bootloader
Use flashtool, here's a good guide.
Skip down to 'Stage 4 - Flashing' and make sure to un-check APPSLOG and DATA when flashing so that it doesn't wipe data.
The only differences I've seen are a couple of different pre-loaded apps (Crackle TV?) which I quickly deleted. The data icon is LTE, and there's a Wireless Emergency app for managing CMAS alerts.
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Thanks for the link. I doubt this will enable a US Software OTA to come through since it's probably tied to the IMEI number but still nice to have a pretty easy way to flash the US software.
Sorry if it's a stupid question, but what advantage is there to switching to this US Firmware? Would I be at a disadvantage if I don't want to bother switching?
I just flashed my Z3C with Customized DE, It got LTE icon for data
If the LTE icon is the only difference then I'm not even gonna bother.
cschmitt said:
AT&T, stock with locked bootloader
Use flashtool, here's a good guide.
Skip down to 'Stage 4 - Flashing' and make sure to un-check APPSLOG and DATA when flashing so that it doesn't wipe data.
The only differences I've seen are a couple of different pre-loaded apps (Crackle TV?) which I quickly deleted. The data icon is LTE, and there's a Wireless Emergency app for managing CMAS alerts.
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That guide says a locked bootloader is required. Is there any way to flash the US firmware on a Z3C with an unlocked bootloader?
Xperia Blog has a good guide for those that are interested.
mattdm said:
That guide says a locked bootloader is required. Is there any way to flash the US firmware on a Z3C with an unlocked bootloader?
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Flashtool will work with an unlocked bootloader.
The locked reference has to do with using SUS / PC Companion to download the firmware image from Sony used to create the FTF for Flashtool. I already created an FTF for US firmware, and we can use XperiaFirm to download directly without using SUS / PCP.
cschmitt said:
Flashtool will work with an unlocked bootloader.
The locked reference has to do with using SUS / PC Companion to download the firmware image from Sony used to create the FTF for Flashtool. I already created an FTF for US firmware, and we can use XperiaFirm to download directly without using SUS / PCP.
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Ah ok, I see.
Just wanted to share my results for those of you asking if it's seemingly only aesthetic (LTE vs 4G symbol)...
I was noticing seemingly worse signal after switching from my T-Mobile HTC One M8. I did several speed tests and capped out at around 25Mbit. For what it's worth, on my M8, I could consistently hit 40-60Mbit.
I ended up flashing the US firmware and my speed tests are back in the normal range. Seems to be like US T-Mobile wasn't fully compatible w/ the UK firmware (baseband maybe?)
I'm new to Sony phones, does updating firmware require a Windows machine, any way to update in Linux?
slyydrr said:
Just wanted to share my results for those of you asking if it's seemingly only aesthetic (LTE vs 4G symbol)...
I was noticing seemingly worse signal after switching from my T-Mobile HTC One M8. I did several speed tests and capped out at around 25Mbit. For what it's worth, on my M8, I could consistently hit 40-60Mbit.
I ended up flashing the US firmware and my speed tests are back in the normal range. Seems to be like US T-Mobile wasn't fully compatible w/ the UK firmware (baseband maybe?)
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1) will this affect future ota availability?
2) anyone get different speeds on att?
Crewville96 said:
1) will this affect future ota availability?
2) anyone get different speeds on att?
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Im getting 23mps and the signal hasn't been that great. I am sure it is due to the UK firmware.
It's the same bands and correct APN settings. Should the firmware really matter? And my biggest worry is if I switch I won't get the OTA's.
I don't know if the firmware had anything to do with it but this is after updating to US firmware and I was getting 30-40mbps previously.
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Crewville96 said:
1) will this affect future ota availability?
2) anyone get different speeds on att?
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1) Probably but unsure. The firmware I got was a Customized US from Sony so only time will tell.
Canada Bell won't release the kitkat 4.4.4 update.. Can I still flash it with Canada unbranded ftf without bricking my phone? thanks..
gokongming said:
Canada Bell won't release the kitkat 4.4.4 update.. Can I still flash it with Canada unbranded ftf without bricking my phone? thanks..
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Of course, just follow instructions.
gokongming said:
Canada Bell won't release the kitkat 4.4.4 update.. Can I still flash it with Canada unbranded ftf without bricking my phone? thanks..
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I'm in Toronto on bell with a z2. I have the. 167 update showing notification center.
crazynewfie said:
I'm in Toronto on bell with a z2. I have the. 167 update showing notification center.
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Wow.. That's good.. I'm in Winnipeg, Manitoba. I tweet their bellsupport on twitter but tthey told me that they will not release it but will release the lollipop instead...
Then just simply the 4.4.4 ftf with flashtool then you have it also -__-
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
Pandemic said:
Then just simply the 4.4.4 ftf with flashtool then you have it also -__-
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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Thanks Sir!
crazynewfie said:
I'm in Toronto on bell with a z2. I have the. 167 update showing notification center.
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Then you must not have a Bell Branded Z2 then.
hyelton said:
Then you must not have a Bell Branded Z2 then.
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I bought the phone at a bell store. I have bell as my provider. So yes I have a bell branded z2. I have not updated because I'm waiting for exintenz to update to 4.0. His rom is the best.
Thanks!
I managed to update my Z2. Thanks a lot..
crazynewfie said:
I'm in Toronto on bell with a z2. I have the. 167 update showing notification center.
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crazynewfie said:
I bought the phone at a bell store. I have bell as my provider. So yes I have a bell branded z2. I have not updated because I'm waiting for exintenz to update to 4.0. His rom is the best.
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Hmm. Whats your current firmware version?
hyelton said:
Hmm. Whats your current firmware version?
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.314 but like I said 167 is ready in update center.
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.314 but like I said 167 is ready in update center.
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Okay, For some reason Xperiafirm says the last firmware for bell is .55 lol. Odd lol.
hyelton said:
Okay, For some reason Xperiafirm says the last firmware for bell is .55 lol. Odd lol.
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Now that you have said that I have a friend at my work with a z2 and he has. 55 on it. When he clicks update center it tells him that he's up to date. Both of us are on bell too. Only difference is mine is rooted and his is not. Strange.
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Now that you have said that I have a friend at my work with a z2 and he has. 55 on it. When he clicks update center it tells him that he's up to date. Both of us are on bell too. Only difference is mine is rooted and his is not. Strange.
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Maybe your running a firmware different other than what your phone came with?
@hyelton
Do you still keep asking so yes then this thread should be moved to Q/A and not here in General !
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
Pandemic said:
@hyelton
Do you still keep asking so yes then this thread should be moved to Q/A and not here in General !
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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Huh? I didn't create this thread.
So, if im not rooted, theres no way for me to get my bell z2 to 4.4.4?
kylecummins said:
So, if im not rooted, theres no way for me to get my bell z2 to 4.4.4?
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you should be able to get the update, I have a Bell Z2, i was rooted on the .314 software version. Then flashed back to stock Bell firmware. And the update was available both OTA and via PC Companion. worked no problem for me. but I re rooted after following Nortis guide.
Ok.im completly stock but have no OTA available.
Whats pc companion?? Sorry im a noob with sony
I also don't have the update available. I've looked and haven't seen any info from Bell saying they won't release this update. What is this info based on?
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Lollipop goodness nearly inbound sony has confirmed build finished
Awesome.....
Cant wait
Sermpie said:
Awesome.....
Cant wait
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have you used lollipop at all? I have and I can now indeed wait. 5.1 just fixes a couple of issues it introduced, namely the notification up swipe and led.
I could not find one thing I prefer on lollipop over 4.4.4.
For those of us in the US, will we likely get the update around the same time as the India rollout? Since there is no carrier specific z3 compact, we shouldn't have to wait for the carriers to make their own?
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root question
quick question
if i have root on kitkat,will i have root after updating???
asmorth said:
quick question
if i have root on kitkat,will i have root after updating???
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Nope
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asmorth said:
quick question
if i have root on kitkat,will i have root after updating???
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It is not a great idea to upgrade via official OTA if you are not on stock recovery (which - I think - is not your case, since I assume you are rooted on latest fw).
To make sure to keep root privileges, just wait for somebody here at xda-developers to release a pre-rooted firmware based on the official OTA, or if you are able to, build it yourself.
We have just to wait a few more days, hopefully!
Jac0verflow said:
It is not a great idea to upgrade via official OTA if you are not on stock recovery (which - I think - is not your case, since I assume you are rooted on latest fw).
To make sure to keep root privileges, just wait for somebody here at xda-developers to release a pre-rooted firmware based on the official OTA, or if you are able to, build it yourself.
We have just to wait a few more days, hopefully!
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Exactly!
http://m.pocketnow.com/2015/03/12/sony-xperia-z3-lollipop-update
It's coming!! Next week for Z3. Compact should be about there too right?
Sent from my D5833 running Android 5.1
5.1 binaries released
https://www.androidbeat.com/2015/03/sony-releases-android-5-1-binaries-xperia-devices/
Promises promises
Download and flash the Nordic rom. Faster, battery life is stellar and lollipop goodness.
I really dont like the disorientation of the Data icon..
djpeesh said:
Download and flash the Nordic rom. Faster, battery life is stellar and lollipop goodness.
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Flashing Nordic region ftf of the 5803 model?
Is that ok?
Different region is fine as they are generic.
But different model number is ok?
pdash79 said:
Flashing Nordic region ftf of the 5803 model?
Is that ok?
Different region is fine as they are generic.
But different model number is ok?
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Yes it is okay. I am using 5803 Nordic on my 5833
Sent from my D5803 using XDA Free mobile app
pdash79 said:
Flashing Nordic region ftf of the 5803 model?
Is that ok?
Different region is fine as they are generic.
But different model number is ok?
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The main difference between the 5833 and 5803 is the lte bands. The 5833 is a TD-LTE model while the 5803 is a LTE A model. In India, airtel offers TD LTE, hence the TD LTE model for India.
djpeesh said:
The main difference between the 5833 and 5803 is the lte bands. The 5833 is a TD-LTE model while the 5803 is a LTE A model. In India, airtel offers TD LTE, hence the TD LTE model for India.
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Thats great then.
But if we do it, will we get the OTA update for the 5833 when they will be released?
Or probably we would need to flash them once they are out just as we are about to do now.
Not that much of a big deal in my opinion if we are doing that in the first place.
Sony is delaying it so much and if they are no issues as everyone is confirming, i think its the way to go.
Thanks for your inputs guys.
Off to flashing.
Regards,
Pdash
No Indian lollipop yet right? Z2 in India has the update but no luck for us. Probably a good thing. I spoke to Sony India who said Indian z3c will stay on Kitkat due to network issues.
Just came this morning
CHECK YOUR UPDATE CENTER NOW LOLLIPOP CAME FOR INDIAN Z3C USERS
My bad. The Sony service center folks don't know anything