Hey there all,
I have a Z1 C6906 R3B. I live in Long Island NY, and am running on AT&T.
I still have not received the 4.4 update via PC Companion of Sony Update Service.
Can someone PLEASE inform me how to either get the update or change R3B to something that will get timely updates?
Thank you in advance!
From Carriers they are always late to release the Updates. So if you don't want wait just flash via Flashtool the FTF C6906 14.3.A.0.681 Generic CA 1276-7484, with that you will also get rid of carrier bloatware. R3B is just a customization so you phone will be just fine. No other way at the moment. BTW, I will think about it first, before update and have regrets.
Got it... I flashed the generic, i'm now on 4.4. Thanks!
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If I flash a Generic C6603 Stock FW on my C6606 from T-Mobile, will I get updates from Sony through OTA or Mac Bridge?
Basically will my phone then act like a C6603 when reporting model?
I am just wondering if I can use this as a way to get official updates from Sony faster than what T-Mobile will provide.
Thanks
In firmware related, your c6606 is in fact a c6603 right now, so there could be no reasons on updates should install correctly on your fake c6603
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runbadgerrun said:
If I flash a Generic C6603 Stock FW on my C6606 from T-Mobile, will I get updates from Sony through OTA or Mac Bridge?
Basically will my phone then act like a C6603 when reporting model?
I am just wondering if I can use this as a way to get official updates from Sony faster than what T-Mobile will provide.
Thanks
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I've switched my 6606 from T-Mobile to a stock 6603 and get updates direct from Sony now. I just got one a couple days ago actually. Hotspot also works, as well as no T-Mobile bloatware anywhere on the phone!
runbadgerrun said:
If I flash a Generic C6603 Stock FW on my C6606 from T-Mobile, will I get updates from Sony through OTA or Mac Bridge?
Basically will my phone then act like a C6603 when reporting model?
I am just wondering if I can use this as a way to get official updates from Sony faster than what T-Mobile will provide.
Thanks
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Hey i have the C6606 but i want flash C6603 my question is you no lose the LTE? you can you give me the tutorial thanks I'm new in this
Petronilo13 said:
Hey i have the C6606 but i want flash C6603 my question is you no lose the LTE? you can you give me the tutorial thanks I'm new in this
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You keep LTE. I always select to exclude baseband in Flashtool just for the heck of it, it's not required.
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Hail2theskins said:
I've switched my 6606 from T-Mobile to a stock 6603 and get updates direct from Sony now. I just got one a couple days ago actually. Hotspot also works, as well as no T-Mobile bloatware anywhere on the phone!
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is there a link to the howto flash C6606 with C6603?:cyclops
i think i found it http://www.xperiablog.net/2013/04/01/debrand-your-xperia-z-tutorial/
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Are you all doing fine? I'm planning on getting one of these, but I'm afraid of hardbrick with lollipop software. I hardbricked once my z1s unbranded when flashing tmobile lollipop
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So I see people are talking about firmware updates way pas beyond the xxxx.518, and yet my phone (bought it from Clove) reports no updates are available.
I've tried to connect it to the PC software, same result, the software is up to date.
So the question is should I get it by now or is something wrong with the phone?
obender said:
So I see people are talking about firmware updates way pas beyond the xxxx.518, and yet my phone (bought it from Clove) reports no updates are available.
I've tried to connect it to the PC software, same result, the software is up to date.
So the question is should I get it by now or is something wrong with the phone?
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There were no OTA updates for the unlocked unbranded XZ1 as of yet. To get the latest .534 firmware you need to flash it.
obender said:
So I see people are talking about firmware updates way pas beyond the xxxx.518, and yet my phone (bought it from Clove) reports no updates are available.
I've tried to connect it to the PC software, same result, the software is up to date.
So the question is should I get it by now or is something wrong with the phone?
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Yeah there are 0 firmware updates which is very strange as unlocked ones usually get the updates first! O2 branded phones here in the UK are running .534 so its really frustrating! I've got .534 for the unlocked Central Europe phones and will flash that if the UK one isn't released soon!
Sean473 said:
Yeah there are 0 firmware updates which is very strange as unlocked ones usually get the updates first! O2 branded phones here in the UK are running .534 so its really frustrating! I've got .534 for the unlocked Central Europe phones and will flash that if the UK one isn't released soon!
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Yeah I'm thinking about the central Europe 534 but just trying to hang out a bit longer
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OMEiAM said:
There were no OTA updates for the unlocked unbranded XZ1 as of yet. To get the latest .534 firmware you need to flash it.
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I received an OTA update this morning for .534. Purchased my unbranded C6903 from Clove and using in the U.S.
I asked EE for a update release and there response was we don't receive info on software updates.
Are they for real?
thepanttherlady said:
I received an OTA update this morning for .534. Purchased my unbranded C6903 from Clove and using in the U.S.
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Same here, got it this morning.
gannon82 said:
I asked EE for a update release and there response was we don't receive info on software updates.
Are they for real?
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You should be able to flash the unlocked firmware onto your EE branded phone... It shouldn't void your warranty but if they make a lot of fuss, you can easily flash the EE branded firmware back.. Don't take my word for it as I've never used a carrier branded phone (always unlocked)... Wait for some opinions on the forum!
Hi, I have a xperia z T-Moble (c6606) , but i´m living in mexico, its sim unlocked, and i want to upgrade it to 4.4 kitkat, i have tried to upgrade it via OTA and PC Companion, but the upgrade dont appear, i thought upgrading via flashtool but, i dont know what rom can i use, could someone give me a hand with it? thank you
i have found this one, but i dont know if it works for my device and my location
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/xperia-z-android-4-4-2-live-uploading-t2758684
Ask in the thread, or in Q&A, don't clog up the general with these simple question threads. But yes, follow the tutorials (Pro-tip: Use the search function! It's super useful!) for flashtool and flash any ftf from any region, some have different apps pre-installed etc. you can use them from any region. I bought a UK sim-free Xperia Z and I've flashed Taiwanese, German and Belgian ftf's.
No harm in trying, just make backup before. I'm on c6606 but in US and have always flashed UK or EU branded and they worked fine I just had to input my APNs for cell coverage.
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Rafael720 said:
Hi, I have a xperia z T-Moble (c6606) , but i´m living in mexico, its sim unlocked, and i want to upgrade it to 4.4 kitkat, i have tried to upgrade it via OTA and PC Companion, but the upgrade dont appear, i thought upgrading via flashtool but, i dont know what rom can i use, could someone give me a hand with it? thank you
i have found this one, but i dont know if it works for my device and my location
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/xperia-z-android-4-4-2-live-uploading-t2758684
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Pm me so i can tell you what to do in spanish
I called t mobile US today. They have me the run around of we are testing it. Then the lay just stopped talking after I said most other TMo around the world have released it as had the generic US. The lay wouldn't give me an ETA. Then she didn't want to talk to me when I mentioned they missed several 4.3 versions.
All in all, I wouldn't wait on them. Wait for a pre rooted on here and go for it.
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C6006 user here. From experience, there's not much difference between C6606 and C6603 firmware beside the band and customization.
Download the lastest FTF, make sure its for C6603, and flash.
As a precaution, tick "Baseband" when flashing.
I think you should try Canadian Bell?
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Hi guys, I was needing some help, I have tried to update to kitkat but my pc companion keeps telling me that the latest is out, I'm still on .101, I'm in the uk and my Z is running unbranded generic uk software I believe.
here is my firmware and customisation #....
Phone Software Version 1269-5309_10.4.1.B.0.101
File System Version GLOBAL-LTE_10.4.1.B.0.101
Customisation Version 1270_7689_R5C
as far as I'm aware the update was available in the uk, but I cant seem to be able to update, can anyone tell me if the UK generic update is released yet and if not what current regions have been released so far?
I'm pretty sure the UK release was active as my pc companion notified me of it.
It's not released for Generic UK yet.
Use this link to check when it is.
Also, Do Not Post Questions/Help/Troubleshooting in General.
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Generic UK mate, expect to receive the update possibly by September....
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I have been waiting for updates for my C6903 since early this year and yet my PC companion and OTA service both say my phone is up to date...
It's a UK handset from EE
Could someone let me know what the latest firmware FTF is? Either UK or generic is fine.
Thanks
Never mind, figured it out lol....
spice boy said:
I have been waiting for updates for my C6903 since early this year and yet my PC companion and OTA service both say my phone is up to date...
It's a UK handset from EE
Could someone let me know what the latest firmware FTF is? Either UK or generic is fine.
Thanks
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My Z1 is from Ee but second hand from game. I first got the Xperia Z because it was unlocked then it got blocked by something then Game( the shop) charged an extra £80 so I could have a Z1 which is locked to ee when I wanted an unlocked.
Ughhh I hate this world