The apps Google play movies and google play magazines were hidden from my device till now! When using Titanium Backup, i found out and enabled them. Does someone know why Sony dis this so? Or is it normal? Am from India, using a sim free version of the device and its in stock .350!
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gire.prasad said:
The apps Google play movies and google play magazines were hidden from my device till now! When using Titanium Backup, i found out and enabled them. Does someone know why Sony dis this so? Or is it normal? Am from India, using a sim free version of the device and its in stock .350!
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What Rom are you using?
I mentioned it! It's in Sony stock .350 just rooted!
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In Italy those services are not enabled. What about India?
Maybe in India they aren't enabled too so the apps are hidden.
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In Italy those services are not enabled. What about India?
Maybe in India they aren't enabled too so the apps are hidden.
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in germany it is enabled, i see "Google Play Movies" in my Apps list with the red film stripe icon.
as i know it has just been enabled a few months ago in germany whereas in the usa it's been going on for over a year now.
it's all about legal stuff and movie licences..
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In Italy those services are not enabled. What about India?
Maybe in India they aren't enabled too so the apps are hidden.
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I too thought the same! The Play Movies was enabled in India last week and after being rolled out even it wasn't enabled till I did so and the same is wit magazines though they aren't enabled in India yet!
A strange doubt, how does Sony or Google know that the service is available in the respective country and how can they enable it in my device remotely? Can they?
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gire.prasad said:
I too thought the same! The Play Movies was enabled in India last week and after being rolled out even it wasn't enabled till I did so and the same is wit magazines though they aren't enabled in India yet!
A strange doubt, how does Sony or Google know that the service is available in the respective country and how can they enable it in my device remotely? Can they?
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they cannot..
they have to do an ota update that installs it to change anything on your mobile.
digitalray said:
they cannot..
they have to do an ota update that installs it to change anything on your mobile.
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Of course they can ,the phone checks what country you're in based on the mobile network and not the SIM-card. .
Think also how the split the updates to the world ,today UK tomorrow Germany etc ..they can see a lot of ways
right, italian journalist went to USA with Xperia Z and when he came back he noticed he had these two apps. That's it
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right, italian journalist went to USA with Xperia Z and when he came back he noticed he had these two apps. That's it
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how would they check in which country you are in ? they need an app for that, which calls the home server by itself and tells them where you are ?
ok, sony has some update apps from sony. but do they really check the cell network you are in ? does it use google location based service ?
i don't know if it really does that. normally it's rolled out by serial number.
but without such an app or background service that is continuously sending data to sony or checking once a week, it's not possible for sony to know which device is where in the world.
i bought myself a device from asus from the uk with a UK Serial Number and the WWE Rom Version. i've only and just ever used it in germany, but i only got the UK OTA ROMS and got it when it was rolled out in the UK.
so without an app like sony update that connects periodically with sony servers and collects usage data, it's simply not possible. they OTA Updates are spread by Serial Numbers, that's what i was told by ASUS, and that's what happened with their devices. they don't have an update app like sony and that's why i wrote that in my last post.
does anyone really "know" what the sony update app is doing ? yes, no ? sorry, but if not, it's simply speculation on how the ota updates are rolled out.
imo the update app just checks for updates and submits the serial number of the device. it's a guess. if anyone knows better, please post.
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how would they check in which country you are in ? they need an app for that, which calls the home server by itself and tells them where you are ?
ok, sony has some update apps from sony. but do they really check the cell network you are in ? does it use google location based service ?
i don't know if it really does that. normally it's rolled out by serial number.
but without such an app or background service that is continuously sending data to sony or checking once a week, it's not possible for sony to know which device is where in the world.
i bought myself a device from asus from the uk with a UK Serial Number and the WWE Rom Version. i've only and just ever used it in germany, but i only got the UK OTA ROMS and got it when it was rolled out in the UK.
so without an app like sony update that connects periodically with sony servers and collects usage data, it's simply not possible. they OTA Updates are spread by Serial Numbers, that's what i was told by ASUS, and that's what happened with their devices. they don't have an update app like sony and that's why i wrote that in my last post.
does anyone really "know" what the sony update app is doing ? yes, no ? sorry, but if not, it's simply speculation on how the ota updates are rolled out.
imo the update app just checks for updates and submits the serial number of the device. it's a guess. if anyone knows better, please post.
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Have you read above my post instead of writing so much si(mp)ly speculations..
Read what Rickard writes 7th post ,
http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/124330
nick2crete said:
Have you read above my post instead of writing so much si(mp)ly speculations..
Read what Rickard writes 7th post ,
http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/124330
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yes, different countries use different frequencies for their cell networks, so what ?
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yes, different countries use different frequencies for their cell networks, so what ?
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\How the phone understands where you are ? so read again carefully this time...
... The phone checks what country you're in based on the mobile network and not the SIM-card.... , can see also from your internet ip when using wifi so simple so easy
nick2crete said:
\How the phone understands where you are ? so read again carefully this time...
... The phone checks what country you're in based on the mobile network and not the SIM-card.... , can see also from your internet ip when using wifi so simple so easy
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ok, i guess the ip thing is easier to work with than an app reporting the used cell network bandwidth.. whatever, none of us knows what the sony app really does and by what cause the ota's are rolled out.
I think that we go off topic ,Sony Video Unlimited app can see in which country you are and if your area is supported by the app or not ,thats different with hidden google apps ,on the home screen pull your finger from downbar upwards and see another hidden google app starting
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Just checked this morning through PC Companion and it appears that for all of us AT&T subscribers, the Jelly Bean update is now available!..... finally.
good.thank you
yes! this is awesome
I'm checking update software as soon as I get home, tried it from my phone but it said no update (expected).
will check back here with Jelly Bean to confirm
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Just a heads up. After install I couldnt run any apps or open existing folders. I just chose the reset settings option and it worked after that. I have noticed that the ui is much smoother and so far browsing is much more fluid.
Downloaded 4.1.2 on my TL and it is pretty cool. UI is much snappier and smooth, and the Extended Battery mode option is fantastic - saw that option on some other Sony devices so I'm very happy they updated the TL with it too.
Confusing issue about Google Wallet... has anyone tried using it? Despite being on AT&T (which apparently doesn't "support" Wallet) the Google Play store let me download the app - which initially made me pretty excited - only to be slammed with a pop up as soon as the app starts claiming my device and/or service provider is not supported. Previously the app did not show up in Google Play (most apps that are not "compatible" with the device you are using will not show up), but when I noticed a few extra features in the settings -> more under NFC for Wallet, I figured then Google Wallet was compatible lol.
I think its one of the worst updates (Not talking about JB) in all the phones I owned. So I upgraded my wife's TL... Browser Does not work. (Does Not even open), Rainbows on Screen on and off.. While playing youtube and one time while pulling down notification tray. Lock Screen disappeared.. Did the settings reset.. Same thing nothing changed. Now I may have to factory Reset and Install all over. They should have tested more before they released as we waited all these days.
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I think its one of the worst updates (Not talking about JB) in all the phones I owned. So I upgraded my wife's TL... Browser Does not work. (Does Not even open), Rainbows on Screen on and off.. While playing youtube and one time while pulling down notification tray. Lock Screen disappeared.. Did the settings reset.. Same thing nothing changed. Now I may have to factory Reset and Install all over. They should have tested more before they released as we waited all these days.
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It's not sony's fault. If the lockscreen does not work or even the webrowser then something is wrong with your phone, I updated my device and now I have not lag and there's no bugs.
Factory Reset
Awhh damn rogers hasent pushed it yet i miss lte lol
Does the camera have the feature for unlimited burst shots, or any of the other camera features that we didn't have? If so, can you upload please?
- Xperia TL, XperimenT v2.0 Final ~ via XDA App
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Does the camera have the feature for unlimited burst shots, or any of the other camera features that we didn't have? If so, can you upload please?
- Xperia TL, XperimenT v2.0 Final ~ via XDA App
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No burst mode, but it does have HDR capability now at the cost of 1MP (12MP vs. 13MP) not exactly earth shattering. My wifi connection appears to be much more stable, with animation scale set to 0 the ui cranks along at breakneck pace, the browser quick commands wheel in the labs section of the settings is much more responsive and better organized, and I am finding the keyboard response a little more fluid. The only negative I have so far is that the com.sonyericsson.unplugcharger line is no longer disablable... Able to be disabled... Disenablable... Ah whatever the word is! You cant turn it off so you're left with an "unplug the charger" notification after disconnecting from power. So far though, I feel like I just got a brand new phone.
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Downloaded 4.1.2 on my TL and it is pretty cool. UI is much snappier and smooth, and the Extended Battery mode option is fantastic - saw that option on some other Sony devices so I'm very happy they updated the TL with it too.
Confusing issue about Google Wallet... has anyone tried using it? Despite being on AT&T (which apparently doesn't "support" Wallet) the Google Play store let me download the app - which initially made me pretty excited - only to be slammed with a pop up as soon as the app starts claiming my device and/or service provider is not supported. Previously the app did not show up in Google Play (most apps that are not "compatible" with the device you are using will not show up), but when I noticed a few extra features in the settings -> more under NFC for Wallet, I figured then Google Wallet was compatible lol.
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Wallet is an epic pain in the ass... Try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2126241
Works with CM10 on the T, I haven't had a chance to test it with stock Sony firmware yet.
Still waiting for the update to show up for mine. Just flashed it back to stock AT&T firmware both SUS and PC Companion say no update available.
Spectre51 said:
Still waiting for the update to show up for mine. Just flashed it back to stock AT&T firmware both SUS and PC Companion say no update available.
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Same here. PC Companion says "Your phone/tablet is up to date."
update is gone
I tried updating last night and the update was there, but now when I connect my phone is says it is up to date. I couldn't update last night because I couldn't get past the step where PC companion tells you to plug in usb and hold the volume down button. For some reason, my phone would not go past that step and update. I checked my firmware version and it is still ICS. Do you think they took the update down?
Spectre51 said:
Still waiting for the update to show up for mine. Just flashed it back to stock AT&T firmware both SUS and PC Companion say no update available.
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When you get it will you please upload ftf? Thanks in advance.
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No update and I can't even do a repair/restore, It just says there is no software available for your phone.
rudefyet said:
No update and I can't even do a repair/restore, It just says there is no software available for your phone.
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Usually a good sign. Update most likely uploading.
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augie7107 said:
When you get it will you please upload ftf? Thanks in advance.
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Of course.
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you know what
Spectre51 said:
Of course.
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Why don't you make a rom I'm sure people would like to try TL firmware.
jewkhok said:
Why don't you make a rom I'm sure people would like to try TL firmware.
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I will make a stock prerooted and deodexed prerooted stock version as well.
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Hi!
Flashed my Xperia TX with Sony Update Service a couple of weeks ago.
However, my friend wanted to flash his Xperia TX with Sony Update Service yesterday, but he can no longer find this phone on the list.
So I launched Sony Update Service just now, and found out that T, TX, V all disappeared from the list.
Could someone confirm this?
Thanks!
impossible...
Leo said:
impossible...
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Yeah...
I thought it was impossible when my friend told me TX is not present on the list.
But I confirmed it after checking it myself.
Perhaps the problem is just regional?
Click on the same green icon as the other guy at the top. You are not looking at all devices
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gregbradley said:
Click on the same green icon as the other guy at the top. You are not looking at all devices
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I am 100% sure the TX still does not exist even if I clicked on show all devices.
I clicked on the touch screen device filter on purpose so that I can capture the whole list in only 2 screenshots, otherwise I would have to scroll through the entire list and take numerous screenshots if I selected show all devices.
Also, I think Leo should be able to have TX displayed even if he selected the touchscreen filter.
Maybe the problem only occurs in some regions, or maybe Sony is preparing their upcoming Android 4.3 update for TX, just guessing.
Click on all devices. Even the t doesn't show up in touch screen options but comes up in all devices. And it is not because of region as update service shows phone which I cannot get in uk on there such as xperia gx which is only available in japan (i think)
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FaiselW said:
Click on all devices. Even the t doesn't show up in touch screen options but comes up in all devices. And it is not because of region as update service shows phone which I cannot get in uk on there such as xperia gx which is only available in japan (i think)
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Then it is quite weird.
TX is not on the list even if I clicked "show all devices" at this time.
However, I am pretty sure the TX was on the list a couple of weeks ago.
Also, the Japanese GX does not appear on the list, too.
Press the drop down arrow. Then look for it
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I've noticed this also. Did we find a solution? Need to repair my xperia T.
I agree with this guy who posted a thread.It's depending on country which you picked.I confirm that Xperia T doesn't exist in "Serbia" list of devices..Because i checked it.I changed country to "United States" and now i have all devices in that list.
So this guy is right,it's possible,not impossible.
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Maybe the problem only occurs in some regions, or maybe Sony is preparing their upcoming Android 4.3 update for TX, just guessing.
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Yeah,problem only occurs in some regions.
Best regards,DeXteR!
Noob question. How does one go about changing region on SUS.
man i just solved this problem after hours of fiddling
i just thought of installing it in windows 7....i was trying in windows 8 and for sum reason the list of phones in win 8 sus was so less....i installed in win 7 cuz i had dual boot .....and then i got the whole list... i also had two setup of sus...one old version and one new one....i installed old one in win7 and then it updated to latest version and then i checked the mobile list and all mobiles were there so i was confused abt whether it was the version problem or sumething so i tried installing the same old version in windows 8 and then updating it....but still window8 sus was not showing all mobiles.....damn this windows 8!....if any1 knows how to get the whole list in win8 plz let me know...i was trying to update my xperia p but only the new phones are there in this win 8 sus
That makes sense.
I am also running Windows 8.
amit.thakor99 said:
i just thought of installing it in windows 7....i was trying in windows 8 and for sum reason the list of phones in win 8 sus was so less....i installed in win 7 cuz i had dual boot .....and then i got the whole list... i also had two setup of sus...one old version and one new one....i installed old one in win7 and then it updated to latest version and then i checked the mobile list and all mobiles were there so i was confused abt whether it was the version problem or sumething so i tried installing the same old version in windows 8 and then updating it....but still window8 sus was not showing all mobiles.....damn this windows 8!....if any1 knows how to get the whole list in win8 plz let me know...i was trying to update my xperia p but only the new phones are there in this win 8 sus
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PERSON212 said:
Noob question. How does one go about changing region on SUS.
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Yeah, it’s quite weird.
edwardpootel said:
Yeah...
I thought it was impossible when my friend told me TX is not present on the list.
But I confirmed it after checking it myself.
Perhaps the problem is just regional?
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Trad Chinese...Hong Kong or Taiwan?
In Taiwan I don't see T TX and V too..
Allen Hu said:
Trad Chinese...Hong Kong or Taiwan?
In Taiwan I don't see T TX and V too..
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Taiwan.
By the way, are you running Windows 8, too?
Fix for Xperia T/TX/TL not showing on SUS
edwardpootel said:
Hi!
Flashed my Xperia TX with Sony Update Service a couple of weeks ago.
However, my friend wanted to flash his Xperia TX with Sony Update Service yesterday, but he can no longer find this phone on the list.
So I launched Sony Update Service just now, and found out that T, TX, V all disappeared from the list.
Could someone confirm this?
Thanks!
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Right-click on icon on desktop(Windows 8)
Select Troubleshoot Compatibility.
Click Troubleshoot Program.
Tick "the program worked in earlier versions of windows....." and click Next.
Select Windows 7.
Click on Test the Program.
Accept Licence Agreement and proceed to next screen. Xperia T, TL,TX, and others not listed before should be displayed now.
If its there now, go back to the Compatibility screen and click on "Yes Save these settings for this program.
Ignore Error messages.
You now have every device I think, showing on your device.
Hope it works for anyone looking for a solution to this problem. Works for me.
I'm no responsible for anything that happens should you use this procedure.
Thanks! it works
Is it possible to get 4.3 using VPN?
What is your motivation behind this? I'm guessing the answer is NO, if you're thinking what I'm thinking. Please be more descriptive
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MM, the thing is that my country is not the list of countries where 4.3 is available so I wonder if it's possible to do an update with VPN, Id try but currently my PC is under serious upgrades so I can't check it
MADNJPN said:
MM, the thing is that my country is not the list of countries where 4.3 is available so I wonder if it's possible to do an update with VPN, Id try but currently my PC is under serious upgrades so I can't check it
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So download a Unbranded Generic FTF from here an flash it via Flashtool..
I want to get it official way Anyway thanks for your responses. It's all about 2 weeks time for the update to come out so... Thanks ..
I know but is not a big deal. But if only 2 week you can wait until then enjoy your phone and Happy Merry Christmas.
Yea 2 weeks is not a long time, same to you friend!
If you want 4.3 the official way then it doesn't matter where your internet connection comes from. Using a VPN to fake your connection from lets say Europe won't change your device information which is for your country and its your device information that will determine when and which update you get - not your internet connection.
So as the previous guy said, have a great christmas and you will get it soon anyway
Anyone knows when O² Germany is going to release the next firmware update?
The last update: EMUI 9.0.0.187 (01 January 2019)
gen5000 said:
Anyone knows when O² Germany is going to release the next firmware update?
The last update: EMUI 9.0.0.187 (01 January 2019)
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i got mine a week ago from O2 and i am on Version 9.0.0.198 (1. February)
I'm not from Germany but I got same update 198 (Giffgaff on 02 network)
It's just security patch, we will not have any EMUI update with features for a while I Reckon, hope they are working on Android Q 10 ... First time I bought a Huawei phone but it looks like they are not the best manufacturers in terms of update and they are "locked" with modification so I'm not expecting anything crazy from them...
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i got mine a week ago from O2 and i am on Version 9.0.0.198 (1. February)
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I am also currently on .198 , but first I thought I got it from here ... but it was actually from O² itself, I figured.
Do you perhaps know when & which version is going to be from O² Germany next ?
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I'm not from Germany but I got same update 198 (Giffgaff on 02 network)
It's just security patch, we will not have any EMUI update with features for a while I Reckon, hope they are working on Android Q 10 ... First time I bought a Huawei phone but it looks like they are not the best manufacturers in terms of update and they are "locked" with modification so I'm not expecting anything crazy from them...
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macro for the camera was an innovative move from them, not too long ago.
expect more useful stuff than spywares !
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I am also currently on .198 , but first I thought I got it from here ... but it was actually from O² itself, I figured.
Do you perhaps know when & which version is going to be from O² Germany next ?
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no i dont know, but i have no simlock or somtheing like that. mine's brandingfree
Why would you think the updates are connected to the carriers? The last time I heard this was like 3-5 years ago lol
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Why would you think the updates are connected to the carriers? The last time I heard this was like 3-5 years ago lol
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your guess is absolutely correct ... I'm kinda few years behind
I'd appreciate it though if you enlighten me a little about it.
thanks
Software bug in Call Forwarding !
according to the tech dept of O² Germany that there is probably a bug in the software,
and that is why it is not possible to DISABLE it in Call Forwarding, when BUSY or UNREACHABLE.
is everyone else having the same issue with the set regardless the carrier?
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your guess is absolutely correct ... I'm kinda few years behind
I'd appreciate it though if you enlighten me a little about it.
thanks
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As far as I know updates are pushed by Huawei. I don't see how or why the carrier should be involved. The only thing I have noticed is that after putting a Vodafone Sim in my device it automatically downloaded some Vodafone bloatware. But it does not affect the actual firmware or updates.
Back in the day the phones were locked and branded, had a Vodafone design preinstalled and the carrier name written on the back of the device. They therefore had a specially modified firmware which they were in charge of updating. But since all of that has disappeared there is no need for the carrier to get involved. Everybody wins, faster updates less effort.
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As far as I know updates are pushed by Huawei. I don't see how or why the carrier should be involved. The only thing I have noticed is that after putting a Vodafone Sim in my device it automatically downloaded some Vodafone bloatware. But it does not affect the actual firmware or updates.
Back in the day the phones were locked and branded, had a Vodafone design preinstalled and the carrier name written on the back of the device. They therefore had a specially modified firmware which they were in charge of updating. But since all of that has disappeared there is no need for the carrier to get involved. Everybody wins, faster updates less effort.
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Yes, that makes sense. Thank you for explaining.
Now, there were a couple of apps did actually automatically installed after I inserted/connected with the O² card.
One of them is still there "SIM-Toolkit", the other one I can't remember, I probably uninstalled it.
There was also a prompt for the SIM-PIN every time I restarted the device. I did manage to disable that.
And also, some O² Germany links (help/legal stuff) somewhere ... can't remember where too
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As far as I know updates are pushed by Huawei. I don't see how or why the carrier should be involved.
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A few days ago I read somewhere, that the carrier has an impact on the OTA. Somebody gave the advise to temporarily switch the SIM cards (from Telefonica o2 to Vodafone) and at the next boot he magically got a new OTA update. (Looks similar to windows 10's update channels) at least it's worth to try.
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One of them is still there "SIM-Toolkit",
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Vodafone Germany also uses SIM-Toolkit (explanation in german and on stackexchange)
auipga said:
Vodafone Germany also uses SIM-Toolkit (explanation in german and on stackexchange)
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I uninstalled it sucessfully
are you with O² Germany
I see some of you are residing in Germany, just wondering, how many of you are actually with O² Germany contract?
I have a question then!
9.0.0.210
today I received the official update. version 9.0.0.210
anyone else with O² Germany?
Anyone knows what's new with this from .198 ? I don't see much !
3 major issues for me are still there:
* no separate sound levels for sms/notifications & ringtone
* no separate sound for SIM2's sms as its ringtone
* no changes in auto-brightness
gen5000 said:
today I received the official update. version 9.0.0.210
anyone else with O² Germany?
Anyone knows what's new with this from .198 ? I don't see much !
3 major issues for me are still there:
* no separate sound levels for sms/notifications & ringtone
* no separate sound for SIM2's sms as its ringtone
* no changes in auto-brightness
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I am in a contract with o2 Germany.
Auto brightness works well on my phone and seperate sound levels too.
Everlite92 said:
I am in a contract with o2 Germany.
Auto brightness works well on my phone and seperate sound levels too.
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So am I
Did you also get the update yesterday? Or does it work randomly regardless the carrier !?
What I meant is that Auto Brightness indeed "works",
but you cannot turn it off permanently, it turns itself ON again after a restart.
And about the separate sounds, I think you should check it again ...
Ringtone, SMS, Notifications = they all have the same joint level,
while the Media, Alarms, Calls = do have their separate levels !
According to ASUS support the bootloader of my Hong Kong version of ZenFone 8 (ZS590KS) cannot be unlocked. They do not support it.
Anything I can do?
I find it surprising because usually China/HK phones are actually easier to unlock than US ones.
Who said that? You can download the Unlock Device App from ASUS's HK support page.
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Who said that? You can download the Unlock Device App from ASUS's HK support page.
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A member of the ASUS tech support team, in an email responding to a support ticket I created.
Yes I see you can download the unlock APK from the HK site... very strange.
I'll try to get further information from them.
I see. Maybe something wrong with their servers or a change of policy. It did certainly work before.
Update: ASUS support was talking crap. The bootloader unlock app worked.
Still annoying that you need an internet connection to unlock your phone though; I won't buy another ASUS product again.
hawkins22 said:
Update: ASUS support was talking crap. The bootloader unlock app worked.
Still annoying that you need an internet connection to unlock your phone though; I won't buy another ASUS product again.
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so you did it? which version of the unlocking app? last one?
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so you did it? which version of the unlocking app? last one?
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Yes, the one which is available on the ASUS site. It's the same app on the US and HK sites.
I did have to connect to a WiFi network for it to work; I guess the app sends your phone's info to ASUS so they can deny any warranty claims in the future or something equally as shady.
hawkins22 said:
Yes, the one which is available on the ASUS site. It's the same app on the US and HK sites.
I did have to connect to a WiFi network for it to work; I guess the app sends your phone's info to ASUS so they can deny any warranty claims in the future or something equally as shady.
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yes, the app calls asus services... but for me it's still not working, did you do something else via google account?
dibi91 said:
yes, the app calls asus services... but for me it's still not working, did you do something else via google account?
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No, I didn't have any info on the phone at all. It was freshly restored. Just connected to WiFi and installed the APK via SD card.
10401 appears in the Hong Kong version of the unlock app, which can be unlocked?
港版解锁app解锁出现10401，这能解锁不
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