Trying to unlock bootloader on xperia z3 compact but it will not allow me to update the driver for the s1 usb in the device manager. It indicates something about the "hash" code. Anyways, tried windows update patch ---wouldn't install. Tried flashtools and I am unable to download the current version that supports z3 due to my antivirus. I just want to be able to flash to another software version since lollipop is not working correctly. I received the code from sonymobile.com to unlock bootloader. Any help would be appreciated.
Already disabled the driver signature verification on Windows?
Thank you that worked...How to I downgrade lollipop in EMMA? It is only showing one software version under services.
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Hi folks,
Sorry if I ask something that has been asked before, but I could not find the answer.
Is a different file version used in PC companion than in the flash tool (Emma)?
What I mean is, would using PC companion update with a country / region specific Xperia SP 4.3 file, and Emma with a general world wide version? Or would it be the same region specific file?
I had only problems with 12.1.A.0.266 FW after upgrading using PC companion (I tried twice), and have now downgraded to 4.1.2 and rooted it - after unlocking Bootloader.
I was thinking of trying 4.3 one more time, but using Emma Flash tool this time...
I just got a new Z3+ to replace my old one that got broken. The new one had Android 6.0.0 and immediately updated to 6.0.1 32.2.A.0.253. But now it says my system is up-to-date and doesn't show nougat available. I went to the Sony support website (https://support.sonymobile.com/us/software/#gref) and entered the IMEI and it also says "Your Xperia Z3+ is up-to-date release 32.2.A.0.253". Right under that, it has a block that says "My Android Information" and it says Android 7.1 Nougat is released for Xperia Z3+. (See attached image)
So, I'm confused. Do I need to give it more time and maybe it will show the OTA update available?
I don't seem to be able to restore my Google backup from the old phone while the Android versions are mismatched.
brucehvn said:
I just got a new Z3+ to replace my old one that got broken. The new one had Android 6.0.0 and immediately updated to 6.0.1 32.2.A.0.253. But now it says my system is up-to-date and doesn't show nougat available. I went to the Sony support website (https://support.sonymobile.com/us/software/#gref) and entered the IMEI and it also says "Your Xperia Z3+ is up-to-date release 32.2.A.0.253". Right under that, it has a block that says "My Android Information" and it says Android 7.1 Nougat is released for Xperia Z3+. (See attached image)
So, I'm confused. Do I need to give it more time and maybe it will show the OTA update available?
I don't seem to be able to restore my Google backup from the old phone while the Android versions are mismatched.
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For your region it may not released. You can flash Naugat update of any region through Flashtool, but you have read and understand the process and need to do the experiment (no need to unlock bootloader). I have flashed different versions (upgrade or downgrade) using flashtool number of times.
Check this link for more information and step by step guide. Do all your experiments at your own risk
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For your region it may not released. You can flash Naugat update of any region through Flashtool, but you have read and understand the process and need to do the experiment (no need to unlock bootloader). I have flashed different versions (upgrade or downgrade) using flashtool number of times.
Check this link for more information and step by step guide. Do all your experiments at your own risk
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Do you mean a region associated with the phone, or the carrier (T-mobile)? My old phone is a Z3+ and it updated to Nougat automatically. If there's a region associated with the phone, is there a way to see that?
If it is Carrier locked, then carrier specific else region specific update to be released. If your phone is locked with T-Mobile, don't try to use flashtool. I not aware of carrier locked phones flashing.
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If it is Carrier locked, then carrier specific else region specific update to be released. If your phone is locked with T-Mobile, don't try to use flashtool. I not aware of carrier locked phones flashing.
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It's an unlocked phone.
brucehvn said:
It's an unlocked phone.
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Then it should be updated to Naugat. Check in Xperia Firmware once : Link
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Then it should be updated to Naugat. Check in Xperia Firmware once : Link
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I went ahead and flashed it manually via FlashTool and all is good now. Once it was updated, it saw my Google backup and I was able to restore it. Thanks for the help.
Hi there,
i bought new Zenfone 5 with Oreo and updated OTA up to Pie (WW_16.0615.1903.92).
Higher Version was not offered with OTA. Therefore I updated to latest Pie by transfer into phone memory (WW_V16.0615.2005.130) which was succesful.
My intention was to root with latest clean firmware using Magisk-Manager and adb flash.
Unfortunately both Asus unlock apk from their website are not working (message: "unknown network error, please try again later").
Is it not working due to Pie ?
Is it possible or helpful to downgrade to Oreo?
Any idea how to solve it ?
Hello,
In order to unlock the bootloader and install a custom ROM, I need to downgrade from Android 10 beta to Android 9, since the latest beta doesn't work with the official ASUS unlock APK.
Problem is, when I try to flash the Android 9 image, I get the same error whether I try with adb or with the internal tool.
The message I get is 'This package is for "WW_Phone" devices. This is a "" '. Error status is 7.
My phone is neither unlocked nor rooted, so I don't get how it's not recognized.
Any help?
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FYI, if you try to downgrade with the android P image found on the asus website, it won't work.
You have to download the image with file name starting with Q_P_UL...
we"re facing the same problem i can't downgrade my phone i forgot to unlock bootloader first. please help
You don't need to unlock the boooader for a simple downgrade. If it's still locked dowoad the image starting with Q_P... then put it in your phone's root folder.
can you please give me a download link for the Q_P_UL file tho
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Select drivers and tools, then OS Android. Under firmware look for "Version Android 10 downgrade to P"
Hi, how do I downgrade without the microSD?
thx a lot
Hello, can anyone help for a solution unable to install Sony Xz3 updates? I'm currently on build .618 and would like to update to the latest version as notified from the update center. However, once the download is complete, the update cannot be installed. Device position has installed temp root with Magisk 25.1. Any answer would be very helpful. Thank You
Just repair device with xperia companion. A firmware flashed via newflasher can not update via ota anymore.