[Q] xperia sp stock rom 12.1.A.205 - Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey guys,
I just recieved the 12.1.A.205 on my xperia sp in india.what troubles me is that all ftf files shared by the devs are around 800mb while the update i received on my phone via ota was just 5.4 mb.anyone has any idea what might have happened??

shavendum said:
Hey guys,
I just recieved the 12.1.A.205 on my xperia sp in india.what troubles me is that all ftf files shared by the devs are around 800mb while the update i received on my phone via ota was just 5.4 mb.anyone has any idea what might have happened??
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I think ota doesn't flash complete firmwsre, just flashes the changes
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I also got the update late night at 12.10 am IST, but I am literally clueless that this update is for what and what changes did it make for a moment I thought that's kitkat but when.I installed I dint see any changes lol was disappointed.
Can anybody tell me the new changes in. 205?
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abhinav.mhjn said:
I also got the update late night at 12.10 am IST, but I am literally clueless that this update is for what and what changes did it make for a moment I thought that's kitkat but when.I installed I dint see any changes lol was disappointed.
Can anybody tell me the new changes in. 205?
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Mostly performance tweaks.check the support page for changelog.users report smoother experience and removal of the flickering issue. Well mine was working fine so i didnt notice much change.

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[Q] Xperia Z OTA Update Problem

Strange! Other people are complaining because they still haven't got the update. My Xperia Z (C6602) got the notification for the latest OTA update for 10.3.1.A.0.244 via the update centre app. I downloaded the update and pressed install, and the phone shut down, and installation started, but then it stopped 1 min after installing, the phone rebooted and I got a notification "could not install". What's happening?
My phone is not rooted. OTA update to 10.1.1.A.1.253 worked previously. Any ways to fix this problem?
The internet connection at my current location is not stable enough to use PC Companion or Sony Update Service. It would also take the whole day to download the whole ftf file. (Max download speed is 40 KB/s! ) Can anyone think of any alternative ways please? Thanks in advance.
P.S., I found a similar tread in Xperia J forum (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44735001#post44735001), but no solution to the problem.
KS Lin said:
Strange! Other people are complaining because they still haven't got the update. My Xperia Z (C6602) got the notification for the latest OTA update for 10.3.1.A.0.244 via the update centre app. I downloaded the update and pressed install, and the phone shut down, and installation started, but then it stopped 1 min after installing, the phone rebooted and I got a notification "could not install". What's happening?
My phone is not rooted. OTA update to 10.1.1.A.1.253 worked previously. Any ways to fix this problem?
The internet connection at my current location is not stable enough to use PC Companion or Sony Update Service. It would also take the whole day to download the whole ftf file. (Max download speed is 40 MB/s! ) Can anyone think of any alternative ways please? Thanks in advance.
P.S., I found a similar tread in Xperia J forum (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44735001#post44735001), but no solution to the problem.
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I believe the OTA update will fail if any of the stock system apps are missing.
EDIT: See this thread for more info: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2403613
deyanimay said:
I believe the OTA update will fail if any of the stock system apps are missing.
EDIT: See this thread for more info: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2403613
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None of the system apps are missing as my phone is not rooted. But, my local Sony Service installed a local font without rooting, that's the only change made. (I don't know how they did that, I just saw them running a .bat file from computer. They said this won't void the warranty.)
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I have the same problem,i cannot update via ota.
it's something related to fota kernel(stock recovery),maybe cause i flashed my phone with different firmwares.
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gm007 said:
I have the same problem,i cannot update via ota.
it's something related to fota kernel(stock recovery),maybe cause i flashed my phone with different firmwares.
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Thanks a lot!
So, are there any ways to fix this stock recovery problem?
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KS Lin said:
Thanks a lot!
So, are there any ways to fix this stock recovery problem?
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I Wish i know
I tried to flash many fota kernel from different older and newer firmwares but same result.
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I have the same problem with my xperia sl stock firmware .55
when installation started, then it stopped after 1 min
I have the same problem after flashing with stock rom
so did anyone figure out their problem yet? i came here hoping for a solution... but another dead end.
control freak said:
so did anyone figure out their problem yet? i came here hoping for a solution... but another dead end.
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Same thing happened with me yesterday! On xperia z1
If any body knows the solution email me
Thanks
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morhaf.us said:
Same thing happened with me yesterday! On xperia z1
If any body knows the solution email me
Thanks
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I downloaded the firmware file & flashed using Flashtool. It works!!!

I'm on 10.3.1.A.0.244 and got an Update to the same version, what?

I'm on 10.3.1.A.0.244 and got a firmware update msg from PC Companion. Wasn't that the latest one?
I'm updating right now, what could it be??? It said I won't loose my peronal data, so I guess it's a small one.
PS: My Xperia Z is C6602 HSPA
I'll keep you posted, PC Companion is downloading the update right now ...
[EDIT}
Update complete. While booting it said "Android is updating..."
Same Version 10.3.1.A.0.244 - What the heck???
gtrab said:
I'm on 10.3.1.A.0.244 and got a firmware update msg from PC Companion. Wasn't that the latest one?
I'm updating right now, what could it be??? It said I won't loose my peronal data, so I guess it's a small one.
PS: My Xperia Z is C6602 HSPA
I'll keep you posted, right now PC Companion is downloading the update, 87% so far...
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Is firmware number same for this new update notification you got ?
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ImAnurag said:
Is firmware number same for this new update notification you got ?
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I just updated the OP, yes, same ver number, whats going on??
During first boot it said "please wait, android is updating?"
May be some system apps got updated or you got something alien just kidding
gtrab said:
I just updated the OP, yes, same ver number, whats going on??
During first boot it said "please wait, android is updating?"
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Usually what happens is, you probably deleted some of the apps that came pre-installed but are not necessary components. When you run an update check, they will notice that some of those pre-installed apps are missing, and will prompt you to do an update. Post-update, you'll find some of those apps installed on your system again. The update you saw was probably anywhere between 5mb - 80mb.
Minor update. It happened in the past .
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knmartin said:
Minor update. It happened in the past .
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customization update if you've noticed it's only update the customization number and most probably fixed the bugs
I had something similar on an o2 branded handset recently, was to add in the 4G toggle since the UK networks have started using 4G now.
yeah, me too :good:
was this thread really necessary?
I also had this om the same ver as you lol, I ignored it
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topdog031382 said:
was this thread really necessary?
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I am glad the poster started this thread as I also had an update soon after flashing generic firmware over the O2 branded one that came with my phone, and wondered how come.
On the info offered in this thread I went ahead and installed it.
I can confirm this update added the 4g option in mobile networks.
Indeed a minor update in which data and root remain intact (no need to back-up/re-root ).

[FIRMWARE][FTF][SGP312]10.4.B.0.577 (UK version 32GB WIFI Unbranded) 4.3

Here u go folks the 4.3 FTF for GB 32GB model unbranded(SGP312)
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23269279319199490
You are the best man
Thank u
Edit : why is it saying c690x in the download page ??
is real bro ?
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It works like a charm
Thank yooou
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BLK900 said:
You are the best man
Thank u
Edit : why is it saying c690x in the download page ??
is real bro ?
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When I 1st used flashtool around 6mths ago wasn't sure what tablet z device code was, so just put that code in the box to put something in it and Ive just continued to do so for the other Tablet Z ftf I created. Sorry if it confuses ppl but they are Tablet z firmwares
Any Root?
I got this firmware update today from Sony PC companion. Any root for this firmware?
mr.lysgaard said:
I got this firmware update today from Sony PC companion. Any root for this firmware?
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Not that I'm aware of, most ppl seem to be using supersu survival mode and putting supersu as system app then only updating through OTA to retain root. More details in tablet z general section forum
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SwiftSmoke said:
Not that I'm aware of, most ppl seem to be using supersu survival mode and putting supersu as system app then only updating through OTA to retain root. More details in tablet z general section forum
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Yes, thanks for answer, I know, but I did the update from Sony PC comp. So I just have to wait....
But one more thing, do your fastboot with power off holding vol down and putting inn the USB work after 4.3? Mine does not...
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Yes, thanks for answer, I know, but I did the update from Sony PC comp. So I just have to wait....
But one more thing, do your fastboot with power off holding vol down and putting inn the USB work after 4.3? Mine does not...
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heres a post about basic functions for things like fastboot
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41644733#post41644733
But I believe its Up volume not down volume,
You could also use flashtool to reflash an older android version for your model/region that can be rooted then OTA to more recent version to try and retain root
what changed with update
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Xperia Tablet Z POLISH version
Does this version will work for Polish user?

[Q] SOund bug : 4.3 build .136 and NO Equalizer or Effect working anymore!

Well guys,
I spotted a new problem, confirmed yesterday night (I wasn't sure, since I updated my new Z1 even before starting to use it). My old Z1 was running 4.2.2, though it had black screen wild restart issue from the opening (I was unlucky!), the equalizer were working without problem. I also use two amps that are able to boost the bass and enhance vocals by themselves so I was blinded.
Since I updated to 4.3 build .136, I don't have any equalizer working anymore. Nor the Walkmann one, nor Noozxoide, Noor Bass Booster. Nothing seems to work. Just a moment ago I had an update for Walkmann which was useless, the problem remains.
Is there a way to fix this? I'm not rooted. I will go the root way if I can sort this out. My only worry about root is the bootloader thing, a member already answered me about this but I had not the chance to check my version nor how to keep it unlocked if already unlocked.
Vanarian said:
Well guys,
I spotted a new problem, confirmed yesterday night (I wasn't sure, since I updated my new Z1 even before starting to use it). My old Z1 was running 4.2.2, though it had black screen wild restart issue from the opening (I was unlucky!), the equalizer were working without problem. I also use two amps that are able to boost the bass and enhance vocals by themselves so I was blinded.
Since I updated to 4.3 build .136, I don't have any equalizer working anymore. Nor the Walkmann one, nor Noozxoide, Noor Bass Booster. Nothing seems to work. Just a moment ago I had an update for Walkmann which was useless, the problem remains.
Is there a way to fix this? I'm not rooted. I will go the root way if I can sort this out. My only worry about root is the bootloader thing, a member already answered me about this but I had not the chance to check my version nor how to keep it unlocked if already unlocked.
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As you are not rooted I don't think so... It is a bug present on the z also in the newest build... Wait for the next update is my advice or install recovery...
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HellRoot said:
As you are not rooted I don't think so... It is a bug present on the z also in the newest build... Wait for the next update is my advice or install recovery...
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I'll try to wait then. :/
How can I fix this if I root my phone?
Vanarian said:
I'll try to wait then. :/
How can I fix this if I root my phone?
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Well actually you should install recovery and install the zip with the sound effects fix from the Android development forum
Or else wait... Kitkat will arrive at this moment
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HellRoot said:
Well actually you should install recovery and install the zip with the sound effects fix from the Android development forum
Or else wait... Kitkat will arrive at this moment
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You're right, I din't even see that KitKat was coming... finally! Hope that everything will be sorted out!
Vanarian said:
You're right, I din't even see that KitKat was coming... finally! Hope that everything will be sorted out!
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I hope so too... I don't want bugs like this again... It is bad programming
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There is a sound fix zip in the development section for .136 FW. Btw noozxoide is not working even after flashing the fix (yet)
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Svid said:
There is a sound fix zip in the development section for .136 FW. Btw noozxoide is not working even after flashing the fix (yet)
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Ok I'm taking a look! Thank you (Plus I've decided not to go the Kitkat way and root instead, no ARM and SD card restrictions generalized by Google are a big malus).
These sound problems have been fixed on kitkat
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Vanarian said:
Ok I'm taking a look! Thank you (Plus I've decided not to go the Kitkat way and root instead, no ARM and SD card restrictions generalized by Google are a big malus).
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Yup same here. Hope sony\google will fix this ASAP
Jiyeon90 said:
These sound problems have been fixed on kitkat
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Man I didn't see your post, thank you for your feedback too!

[Q] Am I safe to Update My Xperia Z1s?

Xperia Z1s got an OTA update yesterday...And I was wondering if I could update and still re-root..Or if I'd keep the root.. I've done this on other phones before But the Z1s I'm not so sure about..
From another thread [quote name="ptoner" post=54472834]Just got notification on O2 (UK) that 4.4.4 update is available OTA.<br />
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Before I install, can anyone confirm if this OTA update will preserve my towelroot root?[/QUOTE]<br />
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Don't worry about it, the new 4.4.4 FW is easily rooted using newroot from munjeni. Look in the development section, its a 1 click solution and will install recovery as well.<br/>
So this will work with the Z1s?
Not talking about the Z1
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WickedWireZ said:
Xperia Z1s got an OTA update yesterday...And I was wondering if I could update and still re-root..Or if I'd keep the root.. I've done this on other phones before But the Z1s I'm not so sure about..
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Did you get the KitKat OTA Update?
WickedWireZ said:
So this will work with the Z1s?
Not talking about the Z1
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I used to run the Tmobile support forums a few years ago. We used to get the same builds from most of the Canadian Operators would get but with different build numbers and they would work (at least for samsung and htc devices). There were some minor differences such as wifi calling but for the most part the devices share the same hardware and software tweeks for US based GSM operators and Canadian ones. I dont have much experience on sony devices though.
The update is 14.4.B.0.37
I haven't installed it yet because Rooting the Z1s was tricky to begin with And I don't wanna do something I'll regret
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WickedWireZ said:
The update is 14.4.B.0.37
I haven't installed it yet because Rooting the Z1s was tricky to begin with And I don't wanna do something I'll regret
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Create a FTF for the old version, then when you upgrade if there is a problem with root you can flash the FTF and re root on the FW you are on now
Thanks I'll be doing that now
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You got the Kitkat update for T-Mobile!?! Can you please capture the OTA and share? Thanks!
Can you take a screenshot of the update screen?
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So have you installed ota yet?
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So have you installed ota yet?
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I don't think this is real. Someone else would have gotten it over the span of two days since this thread was started. Xperiablog never even reported on it. And he is ignoring everyone's request to at least post a screenshot. I hope in wrong, but this seems a bit improbable.
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I'm not lying, or trolling... Why would I ask for help on updating if I was? I came here to ask because I couldn't find any answers.. And in my last post I tried posting a sreenshot of the update in my notifcation bar but it didnt go through.. Sorry Im new to using XDA on my phone
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WickedWireZ said:
I'm not lying, or trolling... Why would I ask for help on updating if I was? I came here to ask because I couldn't find any answers.. And in my last post I tried posting a sreenshot of the update in my notifcation bar but it didnt go through.. Sorry Im new to using XDA on my phone
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You have to excuse our skepticism... it's just that we've been waiting for KitKat for over half a year, with no sign of it whatsoever, and then you tell us that your phone is being sent the update. I really do want to believe you, more than anything else. Is there any way for you to upload that screenshot?
Ive been waiting too And I feel like it was a glitch I remember the update being around 356mbs I was debating updating because I couldn't make calls.. Came here learned about getting an ftf file if any thing went wrong so i just went ahead and and installed the update but it didn't work so now I dont even know anymore..But i am looking for thr screenshot I took of it
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WickedWireZ said:
I wasnt ignoring anyone and I posted tgid two days AFTER i got the update.. Its 14.4.B.0.20
And Ive tried posting a screenshot i took of it in my notification bar already
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You have to be 100 percent stock for ota to install.
Upload ota to a file provider.
My only question is how only one person would receive the update I have Google it and that ota doesn't exist.
If you need the stock ftf I have it.
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I wasnt ignoring anyone and I posted tgid two days AFTER i got the update.. Its 14.4.B.0.20
And Ive tried posting a screenshot i took of it in my notification bar already
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Yesterday you said it was .37
Thats what I meant sorry got it confused with a different firmware
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Can you upload the ota.
I also sent you link to the stock ftf let me know if you don't get it.
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Alright Ill find the file because I know I downloaded it...And I dont understand why i have it either... By any chamce where exactlr would i hane to look for it ij my phone?
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