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[Q] Xperia T upgrading FW from 490 to 140

At the risk of being shot down in flames. What is the best way for going from 9.1.A.0.490 to 9.1.A.1.140 whilst retaining root etc?
I've got a std UK Xperia T, unlocked bootloader and generic european .490 and rooted.
Im looking for a basic step by step if possible, as I dont play around with the phone much. I managed to stuff up going to .490 which put me in a boot loop until I got it sorted. I prefer to avoid that scenario again if at all possible!
Thanks in advance

Update the official way via pccompanion and then rout again the same way you routed last time, probably by using bin4rys root many android method
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Sony Flagship device circa 2145

Can I still use PCC if the bootloader is unlocked?

bigyinn said:
Can I still use PCC if the bootloader is unlocked?
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No, In which case just flash .140 rom from the development section (My rom for example) but make sure it the right one for your phone, and flash it in recovery
Or just grab a FTF file of .140 and flash that in flashtool and then root like you did last time

gregbradley said:
No, In which case just flash .140 rom from the development section (My rom for example) but make sure it the right one for your phone, and flash it in recovery
Or just grab a FTF file of .140 and flash that in flashtool and then root like you did last time
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Hi there
Just jumping on the "how can I update?" bandwagon, can I flash the Generic Central European fw onto my T? I am unrooted and have locked a bootloader. I'm in the UK and on EE. I have read the 1st post in the section saying this is fine to do, but I've also read an article on another website telling me that flashtool is only for unlocked bootloaders. Please can you advise?

You can flash using Flashtool with a locked bootloader and while unrooted.
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stevo3337 said:
Hi there
Just jumping on the "how can I update?" bandwagon, can I flash the Generic Central European fw onto my T? I am unrooted and have locked a bootloader. I'm in the UK and on EE. I have read the 1st post in the section saying this is fine to do, but I've also read an article on another website telling me that flashtool is only for unlocked bootloaders. Please can you advise?
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Pccompanion = Only works on locked bootloader
Official Sony Flashtool (EMMA) = Only works on unlocked bootloader
Flashtool by Androxde and Bin4ry = Works on all devicex

Gave up after managing to get stuck on the sony logo.
Relocked bootloader, updated via SUS, unlocked bootloader and then rooted using bin4ry's method.

[Root][4.4.2][LB/UB] Stock 10.5.A.0.230 Xperia ZR

Xperia ZR • Pre-Rooted Stock 10.5.A.0.230​
Hi everyone!
Today, the first 4.4 build of Sony for the Xperia ZR rolled out.
So, I've use DIY Guide by @[NUT] to build an pre-rooted version for you. (Me, I'll go back on custom ROM after testing that for you. ^^)
It's available for LB and UB.
Let's go!
Features :
Based on the firmware 10.5.A.0.230 (4.4.2) (Taiwan location for C5502, Nordic location for C5503)
Pre-Rooted
Built-in Dual Recovery @[NUT] 's"XZDR"
Needed files :
For both (C5502/03) :
UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.94.zip (→ Paste it on sdcard)
ZR-lockeddualrecovery2.7.124-BETA.flashable.zip (→ Paste it on sdcard as well)
For C5502 (3G) :
Xperia ZR C5502 • Pre-Rooted 10.5.A.0.230 by Thibou.zip (→ Place on sdcard)
C5502_10.5.A.0.230_Stripped.ftf
For C5503 (4G/LTE) :
Xperia ZR C5503 • Pre-Rooted 10.5.A.0.230 by Thibou.zip (→ Place on sdcard)
C5503_10.5.A.0.230_Stripped.ftf
Installation :
If you coming from on 4.3 :
Flash 4.2.2 FTF or 4.1.2 FTF
Root your firmware with VRoot/Kingo etc (for 4.2.2) or with Doomlord's one (for 4.1.2)
Install Recovery
Boot to Recovery
Wipe cache partition, wipe Dalvik cache and wipe Data/Factory reset
Flash Pre-Rooted Rom .zip file from Recovery
Flash "UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.94.zip" from Recovery
Flash "ZR-lockeddualrecovery2.7.124-BETA.flashable.zip" from Recovery
Switch off your phone
Flash Stripped FTF with flashtool
Reboot your phone
First boot will take longer than usual boot.
You're done!
If you have LB with 4.2/4.3 and Recovery or UB :
Go to Recovery
Wipe cache partition, wipe Dalvik cache and wipe Data/Factory reset
Flash Pre-Rooted Rom .zip file from Recovery
Flash "UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.94.zip" from Recovery
Flash "ZR-lockeddualrecovery2.7.124-BETA.flashable.zip" from Recovery
Switch off your phone
Flash Stripped FTF with flashtool
Reboot your phone
First boot will take longer than usual boot.
You're done!
If you have trouble with recovery, delete the folder "XZDualRecovery" and reboot to recovery with the app "NDR Utils".
Please... Backup your data before starting.
And don't try dirty install. Make clean install to avoid lot of bugs. So, make all wipes.
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Credits:
@[NUT] for his great tool
@Chainfire for SuperSU
@Alx31TLse for helping and correcting my English
@pajoneer for the C5502 ftf base
@Mario.D for the C5503 ftf base

I am happy that people do things here. I want to try your version....... Succes with it
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That's great! Merci beaucoup.

Waiting you
i hope that you'll do it for both version C5502/C5503 :good:

DoO37 said:
Waiting you
i hope that you'll do it for both version C5502/C5503 :good:
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For now I have just made it for C5502, but yes, sure I will make it for C5503 ! (I have a C5503. ^^)

How you did it, I want to try to do it myself also is there a thread about it?
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Wow Pre-rooted 4.4, can't wait

I'm also on Carbon but ill flash this on my phone once uploaded to see what the changes are between JB and KK..
Great work tho to get it rooted so quickly!
Thanks button hit...

Thibou said:
For now I have just made it for C5502, but yes, sure I will make it for C5503 ! (I have a C5503. ^^)
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Hmm.. that's great cuz my device is C5502 ,, Can't wait for it.. upload it quickly :good:

Can u make one for C5502 LB as well?

stupid question
Hey guys i have a stupid question cuz iam new to this
Pre-rooted Stock rom means its rooted?
Is there any risk in doing this?
and will the warranty be void?
will the bravia engine 2 disappear?
will i be able to use folder mount after this rom?
please someone answers these questions
and iam from egypt so France firmware will affect anything?

SZRUSer said:
Hey guys i have a stupid question cuz iam new to this
Pre-rooted Stock rom means its rooted?
Is there any risk in doing this?
and will the warranty be void?
will the bravia engine 2 disappear?
will i be able to use folder mount after this rom?
please someone answers these questions
and iam from egypt so France firmware will affect anything?
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1.yes, it is rooted after flashing this.
2. If you mean your phone may become a brick, I can say that is very very unlikely. In case things go wrong, u should still be able to recover it to original condition. So the risk is really really small.
3.To do this, you must have your phone's bootloader unlocked, and that means a good bye to your warranty, of course. But if u use Backup TA (search in this forum) and a recovery tool, u can recover your phone and even relock the bootloader and warranty comes back
4. Bravia Engine remains with you. This is an update, it can only be better than before, no way disappeared.
5. Honestly I don't know. But since Folder Mount supports 4.4, it should work here as well.
6. You should check your model if it is C5502 or C5503. If it is 5502, then no problem. If 5503 (in other words Egypt has LTE) I think you can't no longer use LTE in that case you should wait for someone making a prerooted version for C5503.

micheldjerzinski said:
1.yes, it is rooted after flashing this.
2. If you mean your phone may become a brick, I can say that is very very unlikely. In case things go wrong, u should still be able to recover it to original condition. So the risk is really really small.
3.To do this, you must have your phone's bootloader unlocked, and that means a good bye to your warranty, of course. But if u use Backup TA (search in this forum) and a recovery tool, u can recover your phone and even relock the bootloader and warranty comes back
4. Bravia Engine remains with you. This is an update, it can only be better than before, no way disappeared.
5. Honestly I don't know. But since Folder Mount supports 4.4, it should work here as well.
6. You should check your model if it is C5502 or C5503. If it is 5502, then no problem. If 5503 (in other words Egypt has LTE) I think you can't no longer use LTE in that case you should wait for someone making a prerooted version for C5503.
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No.. Egypt dosn't has lte
but why not for locked bootloader, i don't want to unlock mine
I have 4.3 prerooted installed and my bootloader is locked

a7medsaif79 said:
No.. Egypt dosn't has lte
but why not for locked bootloader, i don't want to unlock mine
I have 4.3 prerooted installed and my bootloader is locked
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Then you have to wait, or learn to DIY. Because it's harder to make it prerooted in locked bootloader, and also not many people out there worry about unlocking, so
LB versions always come later than their UB counterparts.

micheldjerzinski said:
Then you have to wait, or learn to DIY. Because it's harder to make it prerooted in locked bootloader, and also not many people out there worry about unlocking, so
LB versions always come later than their UB counterparts.
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So.. Do you think if i used TA backup it will be just like LB

So where is the download?

another question
micheldjerzinski said:
1.yes, it is rooted after flashing this.
2. If you mean your phone may become a brick, I can say that is very very unlikely. In case things go wrong, u should still be able to recover it to original condition. So the risk is really really small.
3.To do this, you must have your phone's bootloader unlocked, and that means a good bye to your warranty, of course. But if u use Backup TA (search in this forum) and a recovery tool, u can recover your phone and even relock the bootloader and warranty comes back
4. Bravia Engine remains with you. This is an update, it can only be better than before, no way disappeared.
5. Honestly I don't know. But since Folder Mount supports 4.4, it should work here as well.
6. You should check your model if it is C5502 or C5503. If it is 5502, then no problem. If 5503 (in other words Egypt has LTE) I think you can't no longer use LTE in that case you should wait for someone making a prerooted version for C5503.
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Ok cool so how do i flash it do i need a custom recovery like samsung or what?
another question
is there any thing bad will happen if i unlocked bootloader ?? and btw iam c5502

Ok guys, I had connection problems. It's uploading now.
I've build the pre-rooted version for C5003 too.
Concerning locked bootloader (LB), actually it's possible to install this pre-rooted version but it's complex. I'll tell you what to do for LB.
As I said in OP, you will have the links today or tomorrow. Be a little bit patient. It's a question of hours. I study during the day...

thanks
Thibou said:
Ok guys, I had connection problems. It's uploading now.
I've build the pre-rooted version for C5003 too.
Concerning locked bootloader (LB), actually it's possible to install this pre-rooted version but it's complex. I'll tell you what to do for LB.
As I said in OP, you will have the links today or tomorrow. Be a little bit patient. It's a question of hours. I study during the day...
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ok and thx for pre-rooting

My C5503 is locked and I installed a pre rooted 4.3. I downgraded to 4.1.2, rooted with doomlord rooting kit, installed dual recovery, then flash a pre rooted 4.3.
Will test the 4.4 once it is uploaded
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[Q] 4.4.4 update failed

Hello. I just tried to update downloading via wifi. It downloads successfully, but later on restart and attempt to install this update, process fails and phone restarts back to previous 4.4.2. http://i.imgur.com/GoJrjqu.png
Phone is not rooted, I have never done anything to it what could cause this, just regular updates.
Message says "Could not install new software version. Try again." - http://i.imgur.com/3terGra.jpg
Have anybody had this issue, contacted Sony support or something?

Kasprom said:
Hello. I just tried to update downloading via wifi. It downloads successfully, but later on restart and attempt to install this update, process fails and phone restarts back to previous 4.4.2. http://i.imgur.com/GoJrjqu.png
Phone is not rooted, I have never done anything to it what could cause this, just regular updates.
Message says "Could not install new software version. Try again." - http://i.imgur.com/3terGra.jpg
Have anybody had this issue, contacted Sony support or something?
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Just download the ftf and flash via flashtool.
Just untick the data wipe column

androidtweaker1 said:
Just download the ftf and flash via flashtool.
Just untick the data wipe column
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Where would a link be located? I search google and only find results for 6602 and 6603

which model you using?

androidtweaker1 said:
which model you using?
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I have a C6606 but I have the firmware for C6616 installed on mine.

Thunder_47 said:
I have a C6606 but I have the firmware for C6616 installed on mine.
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Guess you are on VZW.
Just download the 6603 FTF
Exclude baseband while flashing the FTF from flashtool and you should be set.

androidtweaker1 said:
Guess you are on VZW.
Just download the 6603 FTF
Exclude baseband while flashing the FTF from flashtool and you should be set.
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Nah im on T-Mobile but you're point stands

androidtweaker1 said:
Just download the ftf and flash via flashtool.
Just untick the data wipe column
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I do not want unlock bootloader and root it just because an official update won't install. :/

Kasprom said:
I do not want unlock bootloader and root it just because an official update won't install. :/
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flashing stock rom using flashtool does not need bootloader to be unlocked or rooting.

i have similar problem but i am rooted on locked bootloader and using supersu survival mode
i dont want to use flash tool because i will loose root

dominic21 said:
i have similar problem but i am rooted on locked bootloader and using supersu survival mode
i dont want to use flash tool because i will loose root
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You can root again
TapaTalked from my Xperia™ (C660²) Z running Dirty Unicorns ROM!

dominic21 said:
i have similar problem but i am rooted on locked bootloader and using supersu survival mode
i dont want to use flash tool because i will loose root
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For upgrading and staying rooted try this

[ ? ]Root z3+

Anyome try to root z3+ dual with kingonroot or any methode????
I try in a firmware of z3 and booting , root after i preserve firmware of z3+ and it work

So you managed to root your Z3+?

chesterr said:
So you managed to root your Z3+?
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Try many methode to root, z3 firmware 32 bit boot but no touch working. Rooting z3 frimware and then try z3+.
Now bootloop phone is restarting.
Any one try to root.

There's no root exploit yet. You cannot flash a firmware that's meant for another phone, or you'll need up with boot loop.

hush66 said:
There's no root exploit yet. You cannot flash a firmware that's meant for another phone, or you'll need up with boot loop.
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Boot loop on strat, but u can flash via recovery if u add xzdualrecovery from prerooted firmware , if not try flash orignal firmware from flashtool

XZDualRecovery does not have a version that works with the Z3+ yet. Flashtool hasn't even been updated to work with the Z3+.

flashtool work good with z3+

ounerkouks said:
flashtool work good with z3+
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Flashtool is working with z3plus but unfortunately it's incompatible version and if you will use flashtool now with your z3plus you will lock your bootloader...I mean it will change status allow bootloader unlock from yes to no
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ounerkouks said:
flashtool work good with z3+
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I quote from the creator of Flashtool:
To Xperia Z3+/Z4/Tablet Z4 users : Flashtool is not yet compatible with those devices. Even if flashing went without issues, it seems it break some important features such as the ability to unlock the bootloader.
Please Xperia Z3+/Z4/Tablet Z4 users : DO NOT USE FLASHTOOL YET. I am working on it for the next release.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746

I flash 28.0. 7.24 with pc companion and I am gone back with flashtool
Then I again flash 28.0. 7.24 with pc companion
I am thus lucky I always have my bootloader which is yes indicated

ounerkouks said:
I flash 28.0. 7.24 with pc companion and I am gone back with flashtool
Then I again flash 28.0. 7.24 with pc companion
I am thus lucky I always have my bootloader which is yes indicated
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Are you wiping data when flashing with flashtool or you have done just flashing without wiping anything?
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just wipe cache

Flash other offical ROMs to XXP

Im getting tired of my HK ROM. It is always on the tail getting official OTAs. Im still sitting here with 7.0 while others are on 7.1. Can I flash other official ROM on my device? After flashing, can it receive otas flawlessly?

If I'm not wrong, the last version of flashtool supports 7.1.1.
So yes, you should can flash other official firms and receive future OTAs.

Double post

ArtBcn said:
If I'm not wrong, the last version of flashtool supports 7.1.1.
So yes, you should can flash other official firms and receive future OTAs.
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Does my bootloader neer to be unlocked? And I think im going to have a hiccup in my baseband

lucifero13 said:
Does my bootloader neer to be unlocked? And I think im going to have a hiccup in my baseband
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No, no need to unlock (I don't like to unlock boot since we loose DRM and other things like warranty).
And If you are at HK zone, search for another rom of your zone wich I guess had the same baseband. Search and download with xperifim included in flashtool.

ArtBcn said:
No, no need to unlock (I don't like to unlock boot since we loose DRM and other things like warranty).
And If you are at HK zone, search for another rom of your zone wich I guess had the same baseband. Search and download with xperifim included in flashtool.
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Taiwan is the nearest in my area.
Just to make things clear, I dont need to do prerequisites prior to flashing? EG unlocking BL, flashing custom recovery,rooting, etc. Bricking a marginally-supported phone is one of my worst nightmare
EDIT: Flashtool said my phone is locked and no other clickable options. Do I need to unlock this first?

lucifero13 said:
Taiwan is the nearest in my area.
Just to make things clear, I dont need to do prerequisites prior to flashing? EG unlocking BL, flashing custom recovery,rooting, etc. Bricking a marginally-supported phone is one of my worst nightmare
EDIT: Flashtool said my phone is locked and no other clickable options. Do I need to unlock this first?
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No, you don't have to unlock. The screen you show is Emma flashtool. You need Androxyde Flashtool, it's another tool to flash roms, and the good one.
Downloads - Flashtool
Search on XDA for an androxyde flashtool guide, there are hundreds. I don't remember if there is one just for our device, search please and read before do nothing.
Edit... Ops, the xda app don't copy the link. Search flashtool.net / downloads

ArtBcn said:
No, you don't have to unlock. The screen you show is Emma flashtool. You need Androxyde Flashtool, it's another tool to flash roms, and the good one.
Downloads - Flashtool
Search on XDA for an androxyde flashtool guide, there are hundreds. I don't remember if there is one just for our device, search please and read before do nothing.
Edit... Ops, the xda app don't copy the link. Search flashtool.net / downloads
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Thanks mate! I managed to flash TW ROM w/o unlocking BL.
However, I forgot what is the usable internal storage. 40+ gb is a bit low compared to 62 gb, taking 15gb as OS. Did I do something wrong or is it normal?

lucifero13 said:
Thanks mate! I managed to flash TW ROM w/o unlocking BL.
However, I forgot what is the usable internal storage. 40+ gb is a bit low compared to 62 gb, taking 15gb as OS. Did I do something wrong or is it normal?
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Sorry but I don't understand. Mine is F8131 and have 32gb max internal storage. OS manage about 14 gb, so I have about 18gb free space.
If I'm not wrong, the XP which have 64gb it's F8132, the dual version...

ArtBcn said:
Sorry but I don't understand. Mine is F8131 and have 32gb max internal storage. OS manage about 14 gb, so I have about 18gb free space.
If I'm not wrong, the XP which have 64gb it's F8132, the dual version...
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Noted. So the OS takes up 14gb, just like mine. Thank you again!