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Anyone here with bell? Just got my new Z and it's still on 4.1.2. When I check for update it says up-to-date. I had a ZL before and it had 4,2,2 on bell.
How about other Z users with bell? What version are you guys on? How do I update without connecting the phone to a pc?
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Got a new one recently too, it's probably going to be early to mid 2014 I read somewhere.
vhl71 said:
Hi
Anyone here with bell? Just got my new Z and it's still on 4.1.2. When I check for update it says up-to-date. I had a ZL before and it had 4,2,2 on bell.
How about other Z users with bell? What version are you guys on? How do I update without connecting the phone to a pc?
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U might wan new firmware,u can just googled it..im on 4.2.2 n the 4.3 is coming.just google it bro
I don't want to download and use other firmware loaders to update the phone. why isn't my phone updating it automatically? I called bell and they say xperia z is still on 4.1.2 with them
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I am Currently Running C6603 10.4.B.0.569 Commercial&Journalists (4.3) on my Bell Xperia Z and is working great have a look at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565584
So bell firmware is still 4.1.2? I just want to confirm. I know there are other firmware out there. But I wanted to know what version bell is on right now,
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You can safely flash a .67 firmware. I used the generic ES one and everything works fine, including LTE.
Yes as of now its 4.1.2 stock on bell xperia z
Teslarage said:
You can safely flash a .67 firmware. I used the generic ES one and everything works fine, including LTE.
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i have done any flashing in my whole life..so i;m a total newbie..how do i do this? its a brand new phone and i dont want to brick it!!
vhl71 said:
i have done any flashing in my whole life..so i;m a total newbie..how do i do this? its a brand new phone and i dont want to brick it!!
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Check out the stickied thread - 'Getting started' there is a guide to using Flashtool there. It's very simple and easy, and works well.
Teslarage said:
Check out the stickied thread - 'Getting started' there is a guide to using Flashtool there. It's very simple and easy, and works well.
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will my warranty be void if i flash it with 4.2.2?
Also i checked the flash tool video from sony - it says it can only be used with unlockable bootloader versions. My phone says the boot loader is not unlockable. I just bought this phone from bell. Can someone give me basic newbie instructions on how to get 4.2.2 on it?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2342415
Can i use this rom with the flash tool for my xperia z? will it work with Bell?..It says C6603 but my model is C6616
Bell Xperia Z C6616
Just wanted to let ya know,
i recieved the update for 4.3 on my Bell Xperia Z C6616 (Canada) Today.
Updating now
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Hi Guys,
I've been reading through the forum and all the threads, now I'm looking for a definitive answer...
Here's my situation, I bought an Xperia Z with FW .350 (AUS Vodafone) Stock Rom, with their bloatware on the phone, no FW .434 OTA update yet...
Bought my girlfriend Xperia Z HK Generic FW .350 just updated .434 OTA!!! *Jealous!*.
Her phone also has NFC icon displaying... (I know there's a fix for that as well, but still!)
I want to get her ROM onto my phone, and I've found Flash Tool would be the way to go here.
My concerns are will;
a) This be possible?
b) Will this break my Bootloader? I don't want to lose my DRM keys and effect my Bravia Engine or GraceNote etc..
Any comments would be much appreciated.
Cheers!
Backup the 2 phones and flash her firmware on ur phone http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2188129
This will keep the bootloader intact.
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gm007 said:
Backup the 2 phones and flash her firmware on ur phone http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2188129
This will keep the bootloader intact.
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Awesome! Thanks, I just needed that confirmation.
Cheers.:good:
Is there anywhere I can share the roms once I've done the backups or would the FTF Files not be useful to others?
kuri_2k said:
Awesome! Thanks, I just needed that confirmation.
Cheers.:good:
Is there anywhere I can share the roms once I've done the backups or would the FTF Files not be useful to others?
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Look in development section,maybe someone has the same firmware as you do.
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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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yes
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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.
metal_god69 said:
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.
Hi,
I was wondering when my unrooted Z1 will get a new android update. I live in UK. Anyone have any info?
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Lewiswatson99 said:
Hi,
I was wondering when my unrooted Z1 will get a new android update. I live in UK. Anyone have any info?
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Only Sony and/or your provider can confirm that, but even then it would be nice if you could tell us what version are you on now? You don't even tell us that so how are we meant to help you......
Oh sorry! Haha I'm on 4.2.2 at the moment. When do you think the UK will get a 4.3/4.4 update
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Lewiswatson99 said:
Oh sorry! Haha I'm on 4.2.2 at the moment. When do you think the UK will get a 4.3/4.4 update
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Why don't you just use Flashtool to get it to your phone using one of the available ftf's ?
Here is a video on how to do that:
No I don't want to void my warranty by rooting. I am just wondering when I might get the update. Thanks anyways for your helps
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Lewiswatson99 said:
No I don't want to void my warranty by rooting. I am just wondering when I might get the update. Thanks anyways for your helps
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Flashing with flashtool don't need root acces and it can't be detected.
You have to read before ask,you will have a reponse faster.
Read that ,if your Z1 is not on the list wait a week or two or flash with Flashtool
I would update through the PC companion. Many people seem to have encountered problems flashing with flashtool on this update. It was taking forever for the ota for me as well
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gregbradley said:
Only Sony and/or your provider can confirm that, but even then it would be nice if you could tell us what version are you on now? You don't even tell us that so how are we meant to help you......
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When the Z1 first announcement it come with 4.2.2 already. So if he ask for 4.3 or 4.4 that meant he on 4.2.2 already.
reminder, there is no UK generic unbranded FTFs yet...
shem2409 said:
Why don't you just use Flashtool to get it to your phone using one of the available ftf's ?
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because there is NO UK Unbranded Generic.. and the official channels are my preferred route too.
seamonkey420 said:
because there is NO UK Unbranded Generic.. and the official channels are my preferred route too.
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Whether you use UK generic or any other generic one does not make a difference whatsoever, but it's up to you.
I have never encountered any problems when using Flashtool. Just make sure to use the most recent version.
The 4.3 is avaliable so if you use OTA or SEUS you get it.
As for rooting, it doesnt avoid your warranty unless you remove the root and install a clean version when you deliver the device for repair or replace it.
Only thing that avoid the warranty is unlocking the bootloader.
Keep your .257 rooted version and wait for a rooted locked version for 4.3.
Btw there will come a hotfix version in January (newer 4.3) for Z1.
4.4 will come April/May i think...
shem2409 said:
Whether you use UK generic or any other generic one does not make a difference whatsoever, but it's up to you.
I have never encountered any problems when using Flashtool. Just make sure to use the most recent version.
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i've done my share of android modding/roms/etc.. however i like my region and stock rom the uk generic unbranded is and in turn would rather wait it out.. as hard as it is.. hehe.
You can check here scavenger-ch/sonyupdate/ (replace - with .)
Just got the update on my phone today, so no need to use the flash tool or root. Thanks guys anyways
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seamonkey420 said:
because there is NO UK Unbranded Generic.. and the official channels are my preferred route too.
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THere is,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469191
Under C6903 Unbranded/Generic scroll down to C6903 14.2.A.0.290 Generic UK 1276-0875
this has been out for quite a few days now ...
Hi my xperia Z1 has still not updated or given me any notifications. I connected it to PC and checked with sony PC Companion but it is still saying that my phone is updated with the latest version. What should I do?
Thank you
Matt
Which country do you live? And which provider are you on? Do you have a branded or unbranded device? Which model of Z1 do you have( for example: mine is c6903)? Is PC Companion updated to the latest version? As you can read there are many possible factors why your device hasn't got the update yet! Updates are rolled out in phases! You can decide to wait or you can update via flashtool( flash a ftf, no root needed)
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ripbrucelee said:
Which country do you live? And which provider are you on? Do you have a branded or unbranded device? Which model of Z1 do you have( for example: mine is c6903)? Is PC Companion updated to the latest version? As you can read there are many possible factors why your device hasn't got the update yet! Updates are rolled out in phases! You can decide to wait or you can update via flashtool( flash a ftf, no root needed)
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Hi there and thanks for reply. To answer your questions, I happen to live in Malta in Europe, and my provider is Vodafone. The sony z1 is an original buy and branded. My model is also C6903. I will check if I happen to have the latest update of PC Companion. I actually prefer to wait some more rather than update manually. What do you recommend?
Matt
matgal3 said:
Hi there and thanks for reply. To answer your questions, I happen to live in Malta in Europe, and my provider is Vodafone. The sony z1 is an original buy and branded. My model is also C6903. I will check if I happen to have the latest update of PC Companion. I actually prefer to wait some more rather than update manually. What do you recommend?
Matt
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I would suggest you manual flashing, my girlfriends Z1 was same branded as mine (Polish orange), I was sick of waiting for update and flashed the global version on my own, she still didn't recieve 4.4.2 update.
I was also scared before flashing firmware, but now am cool n happy with kitkat, imma give you link to my thread about flashing it(am also total noob when comes about phones), its easy-peasy.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51426528
Why flash a custom ftf
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Jay794 said:
Why flash a custom ftf
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Is not Custom that one, is Global Stock.
Sorry I meant to say, why not just flash a custom ftf, or a stock 4.4.2, bypass the official way of updating
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Jay794 said:
Sorry I meant to say, why not just flash a custom ftf, or a stock 4.4.2, bypass the official way of updating
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Yep, I agree with that, he should not wait for the Official one but just use Flashtool and flash the Latest or Custom FTF..
Tmobile Xperia Z, will it see lollipop?? According to sony, the device's latest software version is complete and it's lollipop.... but according to Tmobile, 4.3 is the latest version. Moreso, tmobile's lollipop update center isn't showing the xperia Z even on the list of current devices rolling out 5.x!
Does anyone have any information on this?
If it's not available with update center, why not to update by ftf and flashtool?
what is t mobile?
I can't find any ftf for the xt1042
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demoncamber said:
I can't find any ftf for the xt1042
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XT1042 is the Moto G. Motorola devices cannot be flashed with Flashtool.
As for the original question, it seems T-Mobile have abandoned the C6606 and aren't approving any more software updates for it.
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Duh me, got my threads mixed up.
Yes that's what it appears... Really really stupid too... Everyone else is enjoying lollipop and T-mo is stuck in the past.
demoncamber said:
Duh me, got my threads mixed up.
Yes that's what it appears... Really really stupid too... Everyone else is enjoying lollipop and T-mo is stuck in the past.
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don't worry bro, i use t-mobile too (C6606) but we can use firmware for C6603 (not recomend use C6602 becuz it's not has LTE )
i use all rom of C6603 for C6606 (you can use rom C6616 if you want) and it really good so far. 5.1.1 very cool .just flash through Flashtool. sorry my bad english bro