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Are C6603 roms and firmware compatible with the US C6606? Will I need to unlock my boot loader to do any off this stuff or no?

dtippin said:
Are C6603 roms and firmware compatible with the US C6606? Will I need to unlock my boot loader to do any off this stuff or no?
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Yes C6603 work fine. And no u do not have to unlock ur bootloader. U can still flash stock based roms root and install recovery on to the xperia z even with locked bootloader. U gonna lose bravia engine 2 if u unlock ur bootloader.
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dtippin said:
Are C6603 roms and firmware compatible with the US C6606? Will I need to unlock my boot loader to do any off this stuff or no?
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From apollo,
Apollo89 said:
If you cross flash your phone (e.g. flashing C6603 firmware to a C6606 phone), it is no longer possible to update or restore your firmware through any of the official ways (Sony PC Companion / Sony Update Service / Sony Bridge for Mac / OTA), because your TAC (Type Approval Code = first 8 digits of IMEI) doesn't match anymore. C6603 TAC is 35576205 and C6606 TAC is 35676805.
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Pls aware. TQ
Whitefang
dante501 said:
Yes C6603 work fine. And no u do not have to unlock ur bootloader. U can still flash stock based roms root and install recovery on to the xperia z even with locked bootloader. U gonna lose bravia engine 2 if u unlock ur bootloader.
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Erm, not so yes?
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whitefang3456 said:
From apollo,
Pls aware. TQ
Whitefang
Erm, not so yes?
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What? U can flash ftf C6603 to a C6606 that is no problem. U need flashtool then u also can root it doomlord easy root and u can even install a dual recovery even with locked bootloader. U just can't flash some costum roms CM based ones with an looked bootloader. Other then that it really doesn't matter. Just make sure the rom says looked bootloader when flashing.
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dante501 said:
What? U can flash ftf C6603 to a C6606 that is no problem. U need flashtool then u also can root it doomlord easy root and u can even install a dual recovery even with locked bootloader. U just can't flash some costum roms CM based ones with an looked bootloader. Other then that it really doesn't matter. Just make sure the rom says looked bootloader when flashing.
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Yes. Agreed but what if OP thinks differently? i think we shd inform OP about TAC consequences if flashing fff of another model number of same Xperia Z. Just as apollo said. Let OP decide whether wanna do that or not. But this abit warning needed to be given in formal. Cheers.
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whitefang3456 said:
Yes. Agreed but what if OP thinks differently? i think we shd inform OP about TAC consequences if flashing fff of another model number of same Xperia Z. Just as apollo said. Let OP decide whether wanna do that or not. But this abit warning needed to be given in formal. Cheers.
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Yeah well yeah he shouldn't flash a C6602 rom because then he loses the option to select lte.
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The first thing to say would have been that the bootloader on a C6606 cannot be unlocked anyway.
You should also have advised the OP to exclude the baseband during flashing of a C6603 ftf to a C6606 as flashing the baseband would apparently cause loss of LTE.
Edit : Apparently, it is safe to flash other basebands. Just going off what other people that actually have the phone were saying initially. I stand corrected on that one.
Or just link to one of the threads where this has already been discussed, like this one - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2372664 instead of going over the same ground again.
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kingvortex said:
The first thing to say would have been that the bootloader on a C6606 cannot be unlocked anyway.
You should also have advised the OP to exclude the baseband during flashing of a C6603 ftf to a C6606 as flashing the baseband would apparently cause loss of LTE.
Or just link to one of the threads where this has already been discussed, like this one - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2372664
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I've been flashing 6603 rooms on my 6606 to stock ftf and one custom plus the update yesterday and always included full flashes never excluded the baseband and it in no way affects my lte it has remained fully functional everything has besides wifi calling, I'm also rooted and dual recovery, now I did use a 6602 ftf and my lte worked but didn't give option in settings
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Jonathan2677 said:
I've been flashing 6603 rooms on my 6606 to stock ftf and one custom plus the update yesterday and always included full flashes never excluded the baseband and it in no way affects my lte it has remained fully functional everything has besides wifi calling, I'm also rooted and dual recovery, now I did use a 6602 ftf and my lte worked but didn't give option in settings
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That's what I knew u will keep lte when flashing C6603 to C6606. Question would flashing a C6602 or C6606 allow me to pick up (C6606) T-Mobile 3G service? Or Att and tmobile service with the C6602 software? Any idea?
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dante501 said:
That's what I knew u will keep lte when flashing C6603 to C6606. Question would flashing a C6602 or C6606 allow me to pick up (C6606) T-Mobile 3G service? Or Att and tmobile service with the C6602 software? Any idea?
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I haven't done much researching that hopefully someone knows and can help u
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Jonathan2677 said:
I haven't done much researching that hopefully someone knows and can help u
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Well ur bands didn't change or did u actually god more bands on ur C6606 after flashing a C6603 rom? Or did they stay the same?
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dante501 said:
Well ur bands didn't change or did u actually god more bands on ur C6606 after flashing a C6603 rom? Or did they stay the same?
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Lol, no of course my hardware stayed the same, if your phone does not have the proper bands software won't change that
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everything worked perfect. just had to add the apn.

dtippin said:
everything worked perfect. just had to add the apn.
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Good did you do a full flash or exclude the baseband, I always do full with no problems ever, which apn did u use fast tmobile, and is mms working if u need a screens hot let me know
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Jonathan2677 said:
Good did you do a full flash or exclude the baseband, I always do full with no problems ever, which apn did u use fast tmobile, and is mms working if u need a screens hot let me know
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Did a full, no issues I am using Yuga Konomi V3S rom. I love it!

dtippin said:
Did a full, no issues I am using Yuga Konomi V3S rom. I love it!
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Is that 244 base
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Jonathan2677 said:
Is that 244 base
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That it is sir!

Another noon question, does the bootloader have to be unlocked for kernels
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Nevermind...... I found out the hard way
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dtippin said:
That it is sir!
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dtippin said:
Another noon question, does the bootloader have to be unlocked for kernels
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dtippin said:
Nevermind...... I found out the hard way
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Stop spamming -.-

xperia z1 demo mode app

hi,
i bought xperia z1 on ebay it was a demo phone and retail demo app video doesnt stop running, i factory reset and updates stil the same , can someone help me im stuck with it the seller doesnt reply back anymore.

Maybe flash generic firmware with flashtool?
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xperia z1
gm007 said:
Maybe flash generic firmware with flashtool?
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please can you explain what is flashtool any link so i can learn how to use it , im a new android user .

Read here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2439328
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ramezsleeman said:
please can you explain what is flashtool any link so i can learn how to use it , im a new android user .
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ok i google it and downloading it , is it possible to flash the latest firmware 14.1.G.1.534.

ramezsleeman said:
ok i google it and downloading it , is it possible to flash the latest firmware 14.1.G.1.534.
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Sure from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2452814
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gm007 said:
Sure from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2452814
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Does flashing firmwares void warranty? Also does it have any effect on lets say the emic or flash storage on the phone? And lastly, isn't that 14.1.G.534 a prototype/journalist firmware?

Sean473 said:
Does flashing firmwares void warranty? Also does it have any effect on lets say the emic or flash storage on the phone? And lastly, isn't that 14.1.G.534 a prototype/journalist firmware?
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You wont lose warranty by flashing firmwares,and no it wont affect the storage soon.
I don't know if .543 is for prototype,i don't have the phone yet.
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ramezsleeman said:
ok i google it and downloading it , is it possible to flash the latest firmware 14.1.G.1.534.
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hi,
i have flashtool and the firmware to flash but i still need the file device for flashtool , any idea were i can find it ? thanks

Here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45950925&postcount=79
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hi,
Try to press *#*#73556673#*#*
to stop it. Hope will help you.

Don't demo units have no cellular connectivity?

auto run killer
Down load autorun blockrr use non rooted basic mode click retail demo uninstall it with click and hold and when it fails wipe administrarors permissions. Worked for me

ativs8 said:
Down load autorun blockrr use non rooted basic mode click retail demo uninstall it with click and hold and when it fails wipe administrarors permissions. Worked for me
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I know it's been a while you posted this, can you detail a bit more how to try this out ? Thank you.

[SOLVED] Struggling to get into recovery

So my bootloader is unlocked and my device rooted, trouble is every recovery I flash doesn't want to boot. I'm on the three branded 257 firmware, is there anything I can use or do I need to upgrade to a newer one?
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@non4 said:
So my bootloader is unlocked and my device rooted, trouble is every recovery I flash doesn't want to boot. I'm on the three branded 257 firmware, is there anything I can use or do I need to upgrade to a newer one?
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try doomlord kernel... i think thats work well

danielhariri said:
try doomlord kernel... i think thats work well
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On any firmware? Cheers!
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Now running doomkernel as suggested
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Possibilityes for Pure Android 4.4 for LB

Hello all. I am wonder if i port CM11 to our XZ1 with Stock Sony Kernal. Would it still work or not boot up at all. I am trying to see if i can help somepeople with LB. As i can not unlock mine
Thanks
-JPH ~Connor~

You can try to flash CM11 excluding Kernel, leave Stock kernel intact, or flash CM11 excluding kernel and then flash Stock kernel from flashtool, and see if it boot up, but I doubt.
If it not, In this scenario, as you didn't flash custom kernel, just reflash stock Rom and you are fine again and you phone should boot.

It will not work
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gregbradley said:
It will not work
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Why won't it work. Is it based on the Framework
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JustPlayingHard said:
Why won't it work. Is it based on the Framework
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Its based on the kernel, which you cannot flash with a locked bootloader

gregbradley said:
Its based on the kernel, which you cannot flash with a locked bootloader
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I know that. But there must be something stopping it from booting
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JustPlayingHard said:
I know that. But there must be something stopping it from booting
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Yes, the bootloader will not boot an unsigned kernel.

no boot after flash XzKernel-24

Hi everyone,
I ready the post about this kernel XzKernel-24 but no found any about this bug, i proceeded to flash but after that my xz not boot, then i flash back the indian stock 4.4.2.
Anyone have an aswer?

Is your bootloader unlocked?
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kingvortex said:
Is your bootloader unlocked?
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Yes it is... custom kernel = BUL (at least with sony) :good:

jneka said:
Yes it is... custom kernel = BUL (at least with sony) :good:
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Yes, I know. That's why I asked. [emoji3]
How did you flash the kernel? Via fastboot or custom recovery?
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kingvortex said:
Yes, I know. That's why I asked. [emoji3]
How did you flash the kernel? Via fastboot or custom recovery?
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I used both methods, first tried with philz and not start to see that I used fastboot

After you flashed the kernel using fastboot, did you then boot into the included recovery and flash the entire zip? That's the usual procedure for flashing a custom kernel, as there are usually files needed for compatibility in the zip.
I just checked the kernel thread and it looks like v25 has been released, so perhaps try that also. ?
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kingvortex said:
After you flashed the kernel using fastboot, did you then boot into the included recovery and flash the entire zip? That's the usual procedure for flashing a custom kernel, as there are usually files needed for compatibility in the zip.
I just checked the kernel thread and it looks like v25 has been released, so perhaps try that also. ?
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Tnx Dude this weekend i'm gonna try again

You're welcome. ?
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