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I have xperia z coming to me Tuesday from Vodafone on bill pay. I just wanted to know if these will have bootloader locked does anyone know.
I'm coming from gs2 and really want to root my xperia and flash some roms again
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locked
juDGEY2k10 said:
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Will it be a lot of hardship to get it unlocked?
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Can not unlock the boot loader but u can root it, best thing is sell it when get it as new (dont open it) then buy a sim free one from phones 4 u
Mine is vodafone as well mate, bootloader can be unlocked. I've left mine locked as root is available. Didn't want to lose BE etc.
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How can it be unlocked if its locked?
How did you root it locked? Also what's BE. I'm new to Sony devices lol
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bravia engine, u can root it without unlocking the boot loader but on yours the boot loader will be locked,
type in *#*#service#*#* then look service info then configuration look at bottom will say if it can be unlocked
Is BE a big loss do you notice it gone?
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i got mine from vodafone and out of the box the bootloader unlock allowed value was yes, however after flashing to uk generic, then rooting it has changed to no, i think this happened during root.
I'm sure I've read on here that it should go back to yes if you unroot and go back to stock.
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does it work with another mobile operator? for example, will xperia z vodafone be working with russian mobile operators?
thx!
Should work anywhere but the uk, its only locked to the uk not the rest of the world
what is the difference between locked and not locked bootloader? what does it change?
i always had htc phones new to sony.
The official Sony Xperia Z UK firmware update 10.1.A.434 seeding this afternoon OTA
how do you mean seeding mate? im still on 350 and dont see anything on device or pc comp
just got a notification on the phone. I'm in Ireland, maybe that makes a difference
Got it in UK as well, unbranded.
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dam nothing for me on 3 uk cheers for the heads up though mate
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Just got it on O2, thanks.
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got it in Italy last saturday
Dowloaded it, but i can't install. It said "can't install. Please try again". Do you guys know why, and how to fix that problem?
con_cop said:
Dowloaded it, but i can't install. It said "can't install. Please try again". Do you guys know why, and how to fix that problem?
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Do you have unlocked bootloader?
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mndgz said:
The official Sony Xperia Z UK firmware update 10.1.A.434 seeding this afternoon OTA
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is this the same UK unbranded TFT ? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2221475
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Do you have unlocked bootloader?
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Mine is rooted with lock bootloader. Is that the problem?. Help me. Thank you.
katykate said:
is this the same UK unbranded TFT ? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2221475
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Looks like it's the same one
con_cop said:
Mine is rooted with lock bootloader. Is that the problem?. Help me. Thank you.
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Same here,i tried everything,flashing a fresh 350 firmware but i couldn't update the phone via ota.
I have an unlocked bootloader,i locked it but same things.
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The .434 update was released a couple weeks ago, I guess there are different release schedules for every country.
I had my XZ rooted with the locked bootloader method ( goroh_kun's ), and ota updates does not work.
Updated through Sony Bridge for Mac, it works, but the root access was lost. Re rooted it with the same method and it works
Seriously? I still have nothing even on PC companion. I'm on unbranded but use an O2 sim.
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Do you have unlocked bootloader?
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u have unlocked bootloader u cannot have official updates,u can update through flash tools
I had my update 3 weeks ago I have c6602 I live in middle east
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dam nothing for me on 3 uk cheers for the heads up though mate
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Same here, and Three don't even have any forums to ask how long updates should be taking, it's been three weeks now and absolutely nothing.
I knew Sony would be slow with updates but didn't realise I would then have to wait for Three to push it through! Will probably have to wait at least six months to get the 4.2.2 update! lol
Extremely bad customer service from Three so will be leaving them when my contract is up, can't even use Google to search for any helpful information as a company called 'Three' brings up almost every query regardless of network operator :silly:
wonneil said:
Same here, and Three don't even have any forums to ask how long updates should be taking, it's been three weeks now and absolutely nothing.
I knew Sony would be slow with updates but didn't realise I would then have to wait for Three to push it through! Will probably have to wait at least six months to get the 4.2.2 update! lol
Extremely bad customer service from Three so will be leaving them when my contract is up, can't even use Google to search for any helpful information as a company called 'Three' brings up almost every query regardless of network operator :silly:
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Well, I haven't had the update and I will probably never get it! In a German forum someone contacted the customer care of my provider (t-mobile Germany) and was told by the tech-support that t-mobile will not roll out the .434 as their techs thought that it would harm the phone more than it actually helped. So they're waiting for the next update...
Dunno if it's true, but I could imagine that it is, as every provider releases their updates differently, so they might skip one as well...
you might wanna check if they do?
If I just root my xperia z without unlocking the bootloader, will it void my warranty? Or installing custom rom with locked bl?
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No.
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XperienceD said:
No.
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I contacted sony customer care now. He said even root without bl unlock will void warranty..!
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pjgowtham said:
I contacted sony customer care now. He said even root without bl unlock will void warranty..!
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Was pointless starting the thread to ask here then.
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XperienceD said:
Was pointless starting the thread to ask here then.
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May be you not replying for this thread is a way better than giving false answers when dont know the answer.
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You've had the right answer from me.
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Root. Do whatever you want.
Need service? Flash stock before taking the phone to official service.
Same can be said about unlocking the bootloader.
But XperienceD is right, rooting DOES NOT VOID THE WARRANTY.
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You've had the right answer from me.
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No offence buddy
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DrKrFfXx said:
Root. Do whatever you want.
Need service? Flash stock before taking the phone to official service.
Same can be said about unlocking the bootloader.
But XperienceD is right, rooting DOES NOT VOID THE WARRANTY.
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But the customer care rep told me rooting itself will void the warranty..may be try contacting rep in your country
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pjgowtham said:
I contacted sony customer care now. He said even root without bl unlock will void warranty..!
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Wrong : The Free Software Foundation Europe argues that it is legal to root or flash any device. According to the European Directive 1999/44/CE, replacing the original operating system with another does not void the statutory warranty that covers the hardware of the device for two years unless the seller can prove that the modification caused the defect, accroding to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_rooting
So even if Sony, or the president of the usa, or Thor himself said that void warranty, that's not true.
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But the customer care rep told me rooting itself will void the warranty..may be try contacting rep in your country
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I've been there personally. Took my Xperia S, another Xperia S, an X10, and an Arc to service.
All rooted no problems.
I even took my previous Xperia S bootloader unlocked to have the screen replaced. Totally forgot to lock the bootloader. They yelled at me because I wasn't covered by warranty, but they kinda know me already as I buy all my phones over there (they let me play with the Z Ultra too ), they spared my life and didn't charge the 150€ they charge for having the screen replaced without warranty.
Sony service is great here in Spain, if you take the phone personally. Not so much when you have to deal with delivery system.
Awesome.!! but the Sony service rep here in India are kinda dumb. But I can deal with it. Thanks a lot for your help guys
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No offence buddy
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None taken.
QualQuek said:
Wrong : The Free Software Foundation Europe argues that it is legal to root or flash any device. According to the European Directive 1999/44/CE, replacing the original operating system with another does not void the statutory warranty that covers the hardware of the device for two years unless the seller can prove that the modification caused the defect, accroding to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_rooting
So even if Sony, or the president of the usa, or Thor himself said that void warranty, that's not true.
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Lemme post this in Sony India Facebook..lemme see what they reply to us..sorry guys I'm so idle here
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pjgowtham said:
Lemme post this in Sony India Facebook..lemme see what they reply to us..sorry guys I'm so idle here
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Haha sure do it, it's totally legal to root your phone, even in India.
So even phones with unlocked bootloader, they need to prove the damage is because of the software we used! Am I right in this?
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So even phones with unlocked bootloader, they need to prove the damage is because of the software we used! Am I right in this?
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Yes and no. The service that is in my city is very clear about this. What they told me is that they need to register te parts replaced with their software, maybe serial numbers to keep control what goes in and out,, but they can't do so with the bootloader unlocked as they cannot flash stock firmware with the tools they have.
DrKrFfXx said:
Yes and no. The service that is in my city is very clear about this. What they told me is that they need to register te parts replaced with their software, maybe serial numbers to keep control what goes in and out,, but they can't do so with the bootloader unlocked as they cannot flash stock firmware with the tools they have.
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Wrong, a phone with a locked bootloader can be flashed by any flash tool made for Xperia Z, it's only if you unlock the bootloader that they can't (SUS and PCC don't work on unlocked bootloader), and btw that void the warranty to unlock the bootloader.
And yes they need prove that the modification caused the defect if any.
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Wrong, a phone with a locked bootloader can be flashed by any flash tool made for Xperia Z, it's only if you unlock the bootloader that they can't (SUS and PCC don't work on unlocked bootloader), and btw that void the warranty to unlock the bootloader.
And yes they need prove that the modification caused the defect if any.
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Read again.
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Yep you said it sorry
I have C6906 from Bell and i can't wait for bell to release 4.3
can i just flash unbranded 257 using flash tool
and use pc companion to update to 290?
my phone is not sim unlocked yet / never touched boot-loader / didn't even bother rooting it.
I am still on stock 534
thanks in advance guys
yes
As Greg already said - yes.
Branded version is same ROM but without a craps from your carrier.
So, not only you'll be able to flash it without any problems but you'll be very happy when you see that your phone is little bit faster and "cleaner".
Also, if you want to unlock SIM lock (if it's available on your device), you can do that by simple code order via Internet.
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gregbradley said:
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funky0308 said:
As Greg already said - yes.
Branded version is same ROM but without a craps from your carrier.
So, not only you'll be able to flash it without any problems but you'll be very happy when you see that your phone is little bit faster and "cleaner".
Also, if you want to unlock SIM lock (if it's available on your device), you can do that by simple code order via Internet.
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Thanks guys!
I see few postings about problems upgrading such as losing imei or sim not accepting. since my z1 isnt rooted i wont be able to make any ta backups. Am i still clear to go?
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choihan06 said:
Thanks guys!
I see few postings about problems upgrading such as losing imei or sim not accepting. since my z1 isnt rooted i wont be able to make any ta backups. Am i still clear to go?
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yes
I started with an EE Z1. Since then it's been generic European, generic global, and currently on Generic Nordic (so I can have 4.3). You'll be.fine
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choihan06 said:
I have C6906 from Bell and i can't wait for bell to release 4.3
can i just flash unbranded 257 using flash tool
and use pc companion to update to 290?
my phone is not sim unlocked yet / never touched boot-loader / didn't even bother rooting it.
I am still on stock 534
thanks in advance guys
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I've got the same phone from bell. First thing I did was flash an unbranded ROM. Bell has a few bloat apps that I hate. Best part is if you flash unbranded you don;t need to wait for updates. I got my update through PC Companion the day it was released.
Search the forums please.
choihan06 said:
I have C6906 from Bell and i can't wait for bell to release 4.3
can i just flash unbranded 257 using flash tool
and use pc companion to update to 290?
my phone is not sim unlocked yet / never touched boot-loader / didn't even bother rooting it.
I am still on stock 534
thanks in advance guys
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Already been discussed here in detail.
Sony Xperia Z1 > Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting > Debrand xperia Z1?
I'm also on Bell with a c6906 and have done exactly what you are asking about and you will be fine. In case you didn't know we can't unlock our bootloader so the fix in 4.3 does not benefit us. Still 4.3 is a great update, loving the phone regardless.
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I'm also on Bell with a c6906 and have done exactly what you are asking about and you will be fine. In case you didn't know we can't unlock our bootloader so the fix in 4.3 does not benefit us. Still 4.3 is a great update, loving the phone regardless.
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arggg we can't unlock bootloader? then no custom kernels, recoverys and roms are available for our phone? man i should grab one from sony.. screw bell lol
choihan06 said:
arggg we can't unlock bootloader? then no custom kernels, recoverys and roms are available for our phone? man i should grab one from sony.. screw bell lol
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Copy *#*#7378423#*#* to your phone dialer and it will open up a service menu. Go to Service info then Configuration. The last line in that screen will say Boot loader unlocked allowed: No
So we are outta luck.
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metal_god69 said:
Copy *#*#7378423#*#* to your phone dialer and it will open up a service menu. Go to Service info then Configuration. The last line in that screen will say Boot loader unlocked allowed: No
So we are outta luck.
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I guess.. it says NO,
i guess I should have bought unlocked one from sony store..
choihan06 said:
Thanks guys!
I see few postings about problems upgrading such as losing imei or sim not accepting. since my z1 isnt rooted i wont be able to make any ta backups. Am i still clear to go?
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Losing IMEI and SIM not accepted problems happen when you downgrade, not update.
Hey guys. I'm trying to unlock my booaloader of my Xperia Z C6603.
When I go to the service menu and check it says "Bootloader unlock allowed: No".
The point is, that I haven't bought my phone from a carrier, it's unlocked from factory and I don't know why I can't unlocked it
If it says "No", then it's permanently locked.
Did you purchase it brand new, directly from a store or used from a third party?
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If it says "No", then it's permanently locked.
Did you purchase it brand new, directly from a store or used from a third party?
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I bought it second hand from ebay
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I bought it second hand from ebay
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Then it's possible that the seller flashed generic software on a carrier supplied phone that they network unlocked before selling it to you.
You should contact Sony support and they should be able to confirm this if you supply your IMEI number.
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kingvortex said:
Then it's possible that the seller flashed generic software on a carrier supplied phone that they network unlocked before selling it to you.
You should contact Sony support and they should be able to confirm this if you supply your IMEI number.
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I contacted Sony and my phone was branded to Three UK, so I can't unlock the bootloader
plamen97 said:
I contacted Sony and my phone was branded to Three UK, so I can't unlock the bootloader
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Sorry to hear that.
Did the seller advertise it as an unbranded phone? Perhaps you can contact eBay to see if something can be done, even if it's some time after purchase. It's worth a try.
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I was just thinking, what will happend if I try to unlock the BL with flashtool? Will it brick my device?
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I was just thinking, what will happend if I try to unlock the BL with flashtool? Will it brick my device?
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You cannot unlock a BL locked phone using flashtool.
If you want a different rom there are plenty of stock based custom roms just use the search function
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I was just thinking, what will happend if I try to unlock the BL with flashtool? Will it brick my device?
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It 100% won't work. You may soft brick the device, but most probably it will just fail with no adverse effect.
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You cannot unlock a BL locked phone using flashtool.
If you want a different rom there are plenty of stock based custom roms just use the search function
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I know, but I want Paranoid and to have it I need a custom kernel :/